Players like Marlon
LBGrêmio · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarlon's profile ↗
Marlon is a left-back for Grêmio in the Brazilian Serie A, with 7 appearances, 1 goal, and 1 assist in 2026. Players similar to Marlon include Nazinho from Cercle Brugge, who has a fit score of 86/100, and Jeff Hardeveld from SC Telstar, also with a fit score of 86/100. These players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles to Marlon.
About Marlon
Marlon is a dynamic attacking left-back, excelling in creating chances and delivering precise crosses. With a Sofascore rating in the top 10% of his positional peers, he showcases his quality through consistent performances, contributing significantly with key passes and big chances. His durability is a major asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, solidifying his role as a reliable force down the flank. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his offensive contributions make him an invaluable asset to Grêmio.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses, Key passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marlon
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nazinhosimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.6m | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Cristiano Biraghisimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 34 | €900k | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Souffian El Karouanisimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €14m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Guilherme Haubert Sityásimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 36 | €200k | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 89 | 86 |
| 7 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Andrea Cambiasosimilar↗ | Juventus | 26 | €21m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 20 | €11m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 87 | 83 |
| 11 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Harrison Burrowssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 24 | €9.2m | 87 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marlon
≈ 100% Marlon · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Marlon · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Marlon · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Marlon?
By Doppel's fit score, Nazinho (Cercle Brugge) is the closest profile to Marlon, with a 86/100 overall match. Jeff Hardeveld and Cristiano Biraghi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marlon?
Yes. Guilherme Haubert Sityá (Konyaspor) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marlon?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marlon's 2026 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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