Players like Luka Kulenović
STHeracles Almelo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuka Kulenović's profile ↗
The players most similar to Luka Kulenović are Juanmi Latasa, Michael Smith, Pape Moussa Fall. Doppel rates Juanmi Latasa (Real Valladolid) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Michael Smith scores 80/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Luka Kulenović is a dominant aerial threat, excelling as a target man who can control the game in the air and provide defensive support with solid clearance stats. His Sofascore rating places him in the top 35% of his peers, highlighting his overall quality and reliability on the pitch, with minimal missed games over the past three seasons. While his finishing could use improvement, his ability to win duels and contribute in aerial situations makes him a valuable asset for any team looking to bolster their attacking options.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Duels won. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Luka Kulenović
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Juanmi Latasasimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 25 | €1.5m | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Michael Smithsimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 35 | €200k | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Pape Moussa Fallsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 22 | €3.7m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Oskar Zawadasimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 30 | €500k | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Andrej Ilićsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 26 | €8.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Jordan Siebatcheusimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €1.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Dominic Calvert-Lewinsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 29 | €24m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 26 | €18m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Makhtar Gueyesimilar↗ | RWDM Brussels | 29 | €1.8m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Nacho Ferrisimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 22 | €6.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Steve Mouniésimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 32 | €1.5m | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Serhou Guirassysimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 30 | €34m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luka Kulenović
≈ 100% Luka Kulenović · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Luka Kulenović · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Luka Kulenović · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Luka Kulenović?
By Doppel's fit score, Juanmi Latasa (Real Valladolid) is the closest profile to Luka Kulenović, with a 80/100 overall match. Michael Smith and Pape Moussa Fall are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Luka Kulenović?
Yes. Michael Smith (Sheffield Wednesday) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Luka Kulenović?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Luka Kulenović'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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