Players like Alex Telles
LBBotafogo · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlex Telles's profile ↗
Alex Telles is a left-back for Botafogo in the Brazilian Serie A, having made 18 appearances in 2026, contributing 2 goals and 3 assists over 1425 minutes. Players similar to Telles include Ryan Giles from Hull City, who has a fit score of 87/100, and Tom Strannegård of IK Start, with a fit score of 85/100. Other comparable options are John Tolkin from Holstein Kiel and Derrick Köhn of 1. FC Union Berlin, both also fitting the profile with scores of 85/100.
About Alex Telles
Alex Telles is a dynamic attacking left-back, excelling as a creative outlet in the final third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 10% of his peers, he boasts impressive metrics, including top-tier xG and xA contributions, as well as a knack for accurate crossing and key passes. While he may struggle defensively in duels and aerial challenges, his ability to influence games through goal involvement makes him a valuable asset, despite a history of injuries that has limited his availability.
Strengths: xG + xA, Big chances created, Accurate crosses. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alex Telles
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryan Gilessimilar↗ | Hull City | 26 | €11m | 96 | 87 |
| 2 | Tom Strannegårdsimilar↗ | IK Start | 24 | €600k | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Derrick Köhnsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 27 | €4.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 90 | 86 |
| 8 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 32 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Youssef Enriquezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 21 | €4.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Brando Moruzzisimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €1.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Daniel Svenssonsimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 24 | €20m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alex Telles
≈ 100% Alex Telles · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Alex Telles · strong: Accurate crosses, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Key passes /90
≈ 100% Alex Telles · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Alex Telles?
By Doppel's fit score, Ryan Giles (Hull City) is the closest profile to Alex Telles, with a 87/100 overall match. Tom Strannegård and John Tolkin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alex Telles?
Yes. Tom Strannegård (IK Start) plays a similar left back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alex Telles?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alex Telles'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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