Players like Ryan Giles
LBHull City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRyan Giles's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ryan Giles are Tom Strannegård, Dean James, Tiago Araújo. Doppel rates Tom Strannegård (IK Start) a 85/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Tom Strannegård scores 85/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Ryan Giles is a creative attacking left-back known for his ability to deliver precise crosses and generate goal-scoring opportunities. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 21% of his peers, his standout qualities include creating big chances and key passes, showcasing his offensive impact. While his defensive metrics indicate he may struggle in duels, his durability, missing just 15 games in three seasons, underscores his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Big chances created, Key passes. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ryan Giles
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tom Strannegårdsimilar↗ | IK Start | 24 | €600k | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Alex Tellessimilar↗ | Botafogo | 34 | €2.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Anton Ekerothsimilar↗ | HamKam | 25 | €600k | 90 | 87 |
| 8 | Derrick Köhnsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 27 | €4.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Jonas Lange Hjorthsimilar↗ | KFUM Oslo | 25 | €400k | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Lasse Günthersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 23 | €2.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 32 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Daniel Svenssonsimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 24 | €20m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ryan Giles
≈ 100% Ryan Giles · strong: Accurate crosses, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Key passes /90
≈ 100% Ryan Giles · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Ryan Giles · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ryan Giles?
By Doppel's fit score, Tom Strannegård (IK Start) is the closest profile to Ryan Giles, with a 85/100 overall match. Dean James and Tiago Araújo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ryan Giles?
Yes. Tom Strannegård (IK Start) plays a similar left back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ryan Giles?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ryan Giles'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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