Players like Deniz Gül
STFC Porto · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDeniz Gül's profile ↗
The players most similar to Deniz Gül are Kevin Rodriguez, Emmanuel Boateng, Akor Adams. Doppel rates Kevin Rodriguez (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) a 81/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Emmanuel Boateng scores 80/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Deniz Gül is a tenacious pressing striker, showcasing his ability to win possession in advanced areas, ranking in the top 6% of his peers. While his overall performance has been below elite standards, his aerial prowess adds a valuable dimension to his game. With only two games missed in the last three seasons, Gül’s durability makes him a reliable option for any coach looking for a hardworking forward.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Deniz Gül
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 26 | €5.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 2 | Emmanuel Boatengsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 30 | €700k | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Akor Adamssimilar↗ | Venezia | 26 | €15m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Roberto Fernándezsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 24 | €10m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Haji Wrightsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 28 | €17m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Stefano Marinosimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Folarin Balogunsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 25 | €36m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Odsonne Édouardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 28 | €11m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Steve Ngourasimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €4.7m | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | Mohammed Fuseinisimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 24 | €2.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Aaron Biboutsimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €3.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Thom van Bergensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 22 | €3.1m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Deniz Gül
≈ 100% Deniz Gül · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Deniz Gül · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Deniz Gül · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Deniz Gül?
Statistically, Kevin Rodriguez (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) is the closest look-alike to Deniz Gül — a 81/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Deniz Gül?
By Doppel's fit score, Kevin Rodriguez (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) is the closest profile to Deniz Gül, with a 81/100 overall match. Emmanuel Boateng and Akor Adams are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Deniz Gül?
Yes. Emmanuel Boateng (Gaziantep FK) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Deniz Gül?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Deniz Gül's 2025/26 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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