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Players like Samuel Iling Junior

LMWest Bromwich Albion · 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 (Gimnasia y Esgrima) a 81/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, David Zalazar scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.

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About Samuel Iling Junior

Samuel Iling Junior is a high-volume shooter who thrives in attacking positions, showcasing a propensity for generating goal-scoring opportunities. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom tier of his peers, his ability to create chances is notable, as reflected in his impressive shots and expected goals contributions. However, his finishing leaves room for improvement, which is crucial for a player in his role. Still, his durability stands out, having missed no games in three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch.

Strengths: Shots, xG + xA. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.

7 players most similar to Samuel Iling Junior

#PlayerClubAgeValueTacticalOverall
1David Zalazarsimilar↗Gimnasia y Esgrima24€300k9081
2Samuel Silverasimilar↗Middlesbrough26€1.6m8780
3Harvey Valesimilar↗Queens Park Rangers23€3.9m8782
4Jaidon Anthonysimilar↗Burnley27€19m8680
5Diego Lópezsimilar↗Valencia24€9.6m8682
6Ansgar Knauffsimilar↗Eintracht Frankfurt24€16m8581
7Álvaro Barrealsimilar↗Santos26€7.7m8380

* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons

Why these players match Samuel Iling Junior

1. David ZalazarGimnasia y Esgrima81/100

≈ 100% Samuel Iling Junior · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · medium reliability

Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90

2. Samuel SilveraMiddlesbrough80/100

≈ 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

3. Harvey ValeQueens Park Rangers82/100

≈ 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 best replacement for Samuel Iling Junior?

By Doppel's fit score, David Zalazar (Gimnasia y Esgrima) is the closest profile to Samuel Iling Junior, with a 81/100 overall match. Samuel Silvera and Harvey Vale are the next best fits.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Samuel Iling Junior?

Yes. David Zalazar (Gimnasia y Esgrima) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 81/100 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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