Players like Aaron Cresswell
LB/CBStoke City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAaron Cresswell's profile ↗
The players most similar to Aaron Cresswell are Yaimar Medina, Eric Smith, Harry Pickering. Doppel rates Yaimar Medina (KRC Genk) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marc Bola scores 85/100 at about €1.5m. Data as of July 2026.
About Aaron Cresswell
Aaron Cresswell is a seasoned ball-playing left-back, known for his ability to deliver precise crosses and impactful passes in the final third. Despite his Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 37% of his peers, he consistently generates opportunities with a strong record of key passes and big chances created. At 37, his durability is remarkable, missing only two games in three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While he may struggle in duels and defensive metrics, his offensive contributions remain vital for Stoke City.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Accurate final-third passes, Key passes. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Aaron Cresswell
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yaimar Medinasimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €4.3m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Harry Pickeringsimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 28 | €1.9m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Matt Targettsimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 31 | €2.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Louis Oppiesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 24 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Taiga Hatasimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 87 |
| 8 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Luke Thomassimilar↗ | Leicester City | 25 | €5.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Joachim Soltvedtsimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Cristiano Biraghisimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 34 | €900k | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Aaron Cresswell
≈ 100% Aaron Cresswell · strong: Shots, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Aaron Cresswell · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Aaron Cresswell · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Aaron Cresswell?
By Doppel's fit score, Yaimar Medina (KRC Genk) is the closest profile to Aaron Cresswell, with a 87/100 overall match. Eric Smith and Harry Pickering are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Aaron Cresswell?
Yes. Marc Bola (Watford) plays a similar left back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Aaron Cresswell?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Aaron Cresswell'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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