Players like Manuel Keliano
CM/CDMCF Estrela Amadora · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitManuel Keliano's profile ↗
The players most similar to Manuel Keliano are Luka Hyryläinen, Christian Pierobon, Joel Silva. Doppel rates Luka Hyryläinen (SSV Ulm 1846) a 79/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Joel Silva scores 79/100 at about €400k. Data as of July 2026.
About Manuel Keliano
Manuel Keliano is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in his ability to disrupt opposition play with top-tier tackling and interceptions. While his offensive contributions may not shine, his reliability and durability on the pitch are evident, with only 17 games missed in three seasons. Though not a playmaker, his strength in duels and ability to win possession in advanced areas make him a crucial asset in breaking up attacks and providing defensive stability.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Manuel Keliano
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 22 | €1.6m | 89 | 79 |
| 2 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | Boavista | 23 | €400k | 88 | 79 |
| 4 | Stije Resinksimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 23 | €7.6m | 88 | 77 |
| 5 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.1m | 87 | 77 |
| 6 | Lorenzo Amatuccisimilar↗ | Las Palmas | 22 | €8.2m | 87 | 76 |
| 7 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 87 | 77 |
| 8 | Federico Zucconsimilar↗ | Cosenza | 23 | €1.1m | 86 | 77 |
| 9 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 86 | 77 |
| 10 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 21 | €1.8m | 86 | 77 |
| 11 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 86 | 77 |
| 12 | Nolan Binetsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 22 | €1.2m | 85 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manuel Keliano
≈ 100% Manuel Keliano · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Manuel Keliano · strong: Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90
≈ 100% Manuel Keliano · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Manuel Keliano?
By Doppel's fit score, Luka Hyryläinen (SSV Ulm 1846) is the closest profile to Manuel Keliano, with a 79/100 overall match. Christian Pierobon and Joel Silva are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Manuel Keliano?
Yes. Joel Silva (Boavista) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Manuel Keliano?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Manuel Keliano's 2024/25 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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