Players like Alex Telles
LBBotafogo · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlex Telles's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alex Telles are Ryan Giles, Tom Strannegård, John Tolkin. Doppel rates Ryan Giles (Hull City) a 87/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Tom Strannegård scores 85/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Alex Telles is a creative attacking left-back, excelling as a playmaking outlet on the flank, evidenced by his stellar xG and xA contributions. Ranking in the top 4% for big chances created and accurate crosses, he is a significant threat in the final third. Despite some concerns over his defensive duels, his ability to influence games with key passes and goal involvement makes him a valuable asset, though his injury history may impact his reliability.
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↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 32 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Youssef Enriquezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 21 | €4.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | KFUM Oslo | 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 · 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 closest look-alike to Alex Telles?
Statistically, Ryan Giles (Hull City) is the closest look-alike to Alex Telles — a 87/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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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