Players like Edenilson
CAM/CMBotafogo · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitEdenilson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Edenilson are Boulaye Dia, Pavel Šulc, Eldor Shomurodov. Doppel rates Boulaye Dia (Lazio) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rober González scores 86/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Edenilson is a creative attacking midfielder known for his vision and playmaking ability, excelling in generating big chances and key passes. Despite his age, he remains a reliable presence on the pitch, contributing consistently over 31 appearances this season. While he may lack defensive contributions typical in his role, his creativity and experience make him a valuable asset in the final third for Botafogo.
Strengths: Big chances created, Key passes. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Edenilson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boulaye Diasimilar↗ | Lazio | 30 | €4.9m | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Pavel Šulcsimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 26 | €21m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Eldor Shomurodovsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 31 | €7.4m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Sem Steijnsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €12m | 94 | 87 |
| 5 | Nathan Broadheadsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 28 | €6.8m | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Rober Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 25 | €600k | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Jeppe Erenbjergsimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €4.2m | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 93 | 86 |
| 9 | Youssef Mazizsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 93 | 87 |
| 10 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 31 | €1.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 11 | Ernest Muçisimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 25 | €12m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Edenilson
≈ 100% Edenilson · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Edenilson · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Edenilson · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Edenilson?
Statistically, Boulaye Dia (Lazio) is the closest look-alike to Edenilson — a 85/100 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 Edenilson?
By Doppel's fit score, Boulaye Dia (Lazio) is the closest profile to Edenilson, with a 85/100 overall match. Pavel Šulc and Eldor Shomurodov are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Edenilson?
Yes. Rober González (Albacete Balompié) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Edenilson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Edenilson's 2026 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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