Players like Tristan van Gilst
LWHeracles Almelo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTristan van Gilst's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tristan van Gilst are Yanis Issoufou, Jan Mlakar, Victor Orakpo. Doppel rates Yanis Issoufou (Montpellier) a 81/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Victor Orakpo scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Tristan van Gilst is a defensively-minded left winger who prioritizes work rate and aerial duels over offensive output. Despite a low Sofascore rating, his durability is commendable, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While he excels in clearances and aerial battles, his contributions in attack are lacking, limiting his effectiveness in creating chances for teammates.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tristan van Gilst
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yanis Issoufousimilar↗ | Montpellier | 20 | €1.1m | 95 | 81 |
| 2 | Jan Mlakarsimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 28 | €800k | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Victor Orakposimilar↗ | Nancy | 20 | €400k | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Adrian Benedyczaksimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 26 | €4.9m | 89 | 75 |
| 5 | Joshua Meessimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 30 | €500k | 89 | 77 |
| 6 | Ludvig Arvidssonsimilar↗ | Halmstads BK | 18 | €2.1m | 87 | 76 |
| 7 | Stoichkovsimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 33 | €500k | 86 | 75 |
| 8 | Teodor Haltviksimilar↗ | KFUM Oslo | 26 | €600k | 86 | 76 |
| 9 | Nils Frölingsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 26 | €500k | 85 | 74 |
| 10 | Mame Thiamsimilar↗ | Eyüpspor | 34 | €900k | 85 | 78 |
| 11 | Odysseus Velanassimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 28 | €600k | 84 | 76 |
| 12 | Yadaly Diabysimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 26 | €1.2m | 84 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tristan van Gilst
≈ 100% Tristan van Gilst · medium reliability
≈ 100% Tristan van Gilst · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Tristan van Gilst · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Tristan van Gilst?
Statistically, Yanis Issoufou (Montpellier) is the closest look-alike to Tristan van Gilst — a 81/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Tristan van Gilst?
By Doppel's fit score, Yanis Issoufou (Montpellier) is the closest profile to Tristan van Gilst, with a 81/100 overall match. Jan Mlakar and Victor Orakpo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tristan van Gilst?
Yes. Victor Orakpo (Nancy) plays a similar left winger role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tristan van Gilst?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tristan van Gilst's 2025/26 season, then ranks left wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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