Players like Samuel Iling Junior
LMBolton Wanderers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamuel Iling Junior's profile ↗
The players most similar to Samuel Iling Junior are David Zalazar, Samuel Silvera, Harvey Vale. Doppel rates David Zalazar (Banfield) a 82/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, David Zalazar scores 82/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Samuel Iling Junior is an aggressive attacking midfielder who thrives on creating goal-scoring opportunities, evident in his impressive shots and xG + xA metrics. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 23% of his positional peers, his durability is a standout feature, with zero games missed over the last three seasons. While his finishing could improve, his aerial prowess adds an intriguing layer to his game, making him a valuable asset in the right system.
Strengths: Shots, xG + xA, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
6 players most similar to Samuel Iling Junior
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Zalazarsimilar↗ | Banfield | 24 | €300k | 90 | 82 |
| 2 | Samuel Silverasimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 26 | €1.6m | 87 | 80 |
| 3 | Harvey Valesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €3.9m | 87 | 82 |
| 4 | Diego Lópezsimilar↗ | Valencia | 24 | €9.6m | 86 | 82 |
| 5 | Ansgar Knauffsimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €16m | 85 | 81 |
| 6 | Álvaro Barrealsimilar↗ | Santos | 26 | €7.7m | 83 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samuel Iling Junior
≈ 100% Samuel Iling Junior · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Samuel Iling Junior · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Samuel Iling Junior · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Samuel Iling Junior?
Statistically, David Zalazar (Banfield) is the closest look-alike to Samuel Iling Junior — a 82/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Samuel Iling Junior?
By Doppel's fit score, David Zalazar (Banfield) is the closest profile to Samuel Iling Junior, with a 82/100 overall match. Samuel Silvera and Harvey Vale are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Samuel Iling Junior?
Yes. David Zalazar (Banfield) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Samuel Iling Junior?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Samuel Iling Junior's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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