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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Samuel Iling Junior is a high-volume shot creator, showcasing a knack for generating goal-scoring opportunities as a left midfielder. Despite a Sofascore rating that places him in the bottom 23% of his peers, his ability to produce chances is notable, ranking in the top 26% for xG + xA per 90 minutes. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option for any side. However, his finishing could use improvement to fully capitalize on his offensive contributions.
Strengths: Shots, xG + xA. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
7 players most similar to Samuel Iling Junior
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Zalazarsimilar↗ | Gimnasia y Esgrima | 24 | €300k | 90 | 81 |
| 2 | Samuel Silverasimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 26 | €1.6m | 87 | 80 |
| 3 | Harvey Valesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €3.9m | 87 | 82 |
| 4 | Jaidon Anthonysimilar↗ | Burnley | 27 | €19m | 86 | 80 |
| 5 | Diego Lópezsimilar↗ | Valencia | 24 | €9.6m | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Ansgar Knauffsimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €16m | 85 | 81 |
| 7 | 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 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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