Players like Brian Oliván
LBSporting Gijón · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBrian Oliván's profile ↗
The players most similar to Brian Oliván are Marc Bola, Alex Telles, Joachim Soltvedt. Doppel rates Marc Bola (Watford) a 82/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Alexander Rossipal scores 82/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Brian Oliván is a creative attacking left-back, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively with a strong record of chance creation and accurate crossing. With a Sofascore rating in the top 47%, he stands out for his durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence on the pitch. While he may not excel in defensive duels or tackles, his offensive output makes him a valuable asset for any team looking to enhance their attacking play from the back.
Strengths: Big chances created, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Brian Oliván
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 2 | Alex Tellessimilar↗ | Botafogo | 34 | €2.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 3 | Joachim Soltvedtsimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 4 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 5 | Tom Strannegårdsimilar↗ | IK Start | 24 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 7 | Christian Güntersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 33 | €1.9m | 86 | 79 |
| 8 | Ryan Gilessimilar↗ | Hull City | 26 | €11m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Giuseppe Aureliosimilar↗ | Spezia | 26 | €700k | 86 | 84 |
| 10 | Abner Viníciussimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 26 | €9.2m | 85 | 79 |
| 11 | Youssef Enriquezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 21 | €4.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Taiga Hatasimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €2.4m | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Brian Oliván
≈ 100% Brian Oliván · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Brian Oliván · strong: xG + xA, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Brian Oliván · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Brian Oliván?
By Doppel's fit score, Marc Bola (Watford) is the closest profile to Brian Oliván, with a 82/100 overall match. Alex Telles and Joachim Soltvedt are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Brian Oliván?
Yes. Alexander Rossipal (SG Dynamo Dresden) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Brian Oliván?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Brian Oliván's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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