Players like Eren Elmalı
LBGalatasaray · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEren Elmalı's profile ↗
The players most similar to Eren Elmalı are Ryan Manning, Boy Kemper, Wendell. Doppel rates Ryan Manning (Southampton) a 88/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bas Kuipers scores 85/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Eren Elmalı is a robust, defensively-minded left-back known for his aerial prowess, ranking in the top 21% among peers. His solid Sofascore rating places him in the top 40% of positional players, reflecting his overall quality and reliability on the pitch. While he may not contribute significantly to offensive play, his durability is a standout trait, having missed only four games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable asset for Galatasaray.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Eren Elmalı
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Wendellsimilar↗ | São Paulo | 33 | €1.6m | 94 | 84 |
| 4 | Ososimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 23 | €11m | 94 | 84 |
| 5 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 32 | €800k | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Mortadha Ben Ouanessimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €1.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 29 | €3.7m | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Harrison Burrowssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 24 | €9.2m | 92 | 87 |
| 9 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €3.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Romain Perraudsimilar↗ | Lille | 29 | €6.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 20 | €11m | 92 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Eren Elmalı
≈ 100% Eren Elmalı · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Eren Elmalı · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Eren Elmalı · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Eren Elmalı?
Statistically, Ryan Manning (Southampton) is the closest look-alike to Eren Elmalı — a 88/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Eren Elmalı?
By Doppel's fit score, Ryan Manning (Southampton) is the closest profile to Eren Elmalı, with a 88/100 overall match. Boy Kemper and Wendell are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Eren Elmalı?
Yes. Bas Kuipers (Sparta Rotterdam) plays a similar left back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Eren Elmalı?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Eren Elmalı's 2025/26 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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