Players like Lloyd Kelly
CB/LBJuventus · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLloyd Kelly's profile ↗
The players most similar to Lloyd Kelly are Syb Van Ottele, Lucas Martínez Quarta, Ronald Araújo. Doppel rates Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny Bakker scores 84/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Lloyd Kelly is a versatile ball-playing centre-back, excelling in possession and distribution. With a Sofascore rating in the top 31% of his peers, he showcases elite skills in winning possession in the attacking third and delivering accurate long balls. While his crossing accuracy could improve, his durability has been a concern, having missed a notable number of games recently. Nevertheless, his aerial prowess and ability to influence play make him a valuable asset in defense.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Accurate long balls, Touches. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Lloyd Kelly
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Lucas Martínez Quartasimilar↗ | River Plate | 30 | €4.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Ronald Araújosimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 27 | €22m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Juninho Capixabasimilar↗ | Red Bull Bragantino | 29 | €7.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Ismail Jakobssimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 27 | €8.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 27 | €1.9m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €3.4m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lloyd Kelly
≈ 100% Lloyd Kelly · strong: Accurate long balls, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Lloyd Kelly · strong: Accurate long balls, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Lloyd Kelly · strong: Touches, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Lloyd Kelly?
Statistically, Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) is the closest look-alike to Lloyd Kelly — a 83/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Lloyd Kelly?
By Doppel's fit score, Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) is the closest profile to Lloyd Kelly, with a 83/100 overall match. Lucas Martínez Quarta and Ronald Araújo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Lloyd Kelly?
Yes. Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Lloyd Kelly?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Lloyd Kelly's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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