Players like Alejo Cruz
LWAtlético Goianiense · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlejo Cruz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alejo Cruz are Florian Kainz, Sergio Gómez, Arsen Zakharyan. Doppel rates Florian Kainz (1. FC Köln) a 78/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jón Dagur Þórsteinsson scores 80/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Alejo Cruz is a creative left winger, excelling as a playmaker with a knack for delivering accurate crosses and key passes. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 27% of his positional peers, showcasing his impact in the final third. While he may not be a prolific scorer, his ability to win aerial duels and execute long balls adds significant value to his team's attacking play. With only nine games missed over the last three seasons, Cruz proves to be a durable and reliable asset on the flank.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Key passes, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alejo Cruz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florian Kainzsimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 34 | €11m* | 92 | 78 |
| 2 | Sergio Gómezsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 26 | €15m | 90 | 76 |
| 3 | Arsen Zakharyansimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 23 | €8.7m | 89 | 77 |
| 4 | Mattia Zaccagnisimilar↗ | Lazio | 31 | €6.8m | 88 | 75 |
| 5 | Ji-sung Eomsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €1.7m | 88 | 77 |
| 6 | Jón Dagur Þórsteinssonsimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 28 | €800k | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Félix Correiasimilar↗ | Lille | 25 | €9.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Abderrahman Rebbachsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €2.4m | 86 | 77 |
| 9 | Arijon Ibrahimovićsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 21 | €11m | 85 | 83 |
| 10 | Dwight McNeilsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 27 | €19m | 85 | 76 |
| 11 | Ivan Perišićsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 37 | €1.2m | 84 | 79 |
| 12 | Jakub Kamińskisimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 24 | €15m | 84 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alejo Cruz
≈ 100% Alejo Cruz · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Alejo Cruz · strong: Accurate crosses, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Alejo Cruz · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Alejo Cruz?
Statistically, Florian Kainz (1. FC Köln) is the closest look-alike to Alejo Cruz — a 78/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Alejo Cruz?
By Doppel's fit score, Florian Kainz (1. FC Köln) is the closest profile to Alejo Cruz, with a 78/100 overall match. Sergio Gómez and Arsen Zakharyan are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alejo Cruz?
Yes. Jón Dagur Þórsteinsson (Hertha BSC) plays a similar left winger role and rates 80/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alejo Cruz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alejo Cruz's 2024 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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