Players like Gökhan Gül
CDM/CB/CMKasımpaşa · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitGökhan Gül's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gökhan Gül are Nathan Rodes, Ross Sykes, Jordan James. Doppel rates Nathan Rodes (FCV Dender) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nathan Rodes scores 83/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Gökhan Gül is a dynamic defensive midfielder with the versatility to play as a centre-back, showcasing a robust presence in aerial duels and a goal-scoring threat, evidenced by his impressive shots per 90 minutes. With a Sofascore rating in the top 38% among his positional peers, he brings a solid blend of defensive reliability and attacking contributions to the pitch. His durability is notable, having missed only eight games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable asset for his team.
Strengths: Shots, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gökhan Gül
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nathan Rodessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €700k | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Jordan Jamessimilar↗ | Leicester City | 22 | €11m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Martin Palumbosimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 24 | €1.6m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €8.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Dani De Witsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 28 | €3.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | FC Twente | 29 | €700k | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gökhan Gül
≈ 100% Gökhan Gül · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Gökhan Gül · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Gökhan Gül · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gökhan Gül?
Statistically, Nathan Rodes (FCV Dender) is the closest look-alike to Gökhan Gül — a 83/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Gökhan Gül?
By Doppel's fit score, Nathan Rodes (FCV Dender) is the closest profile to Gökhan Gül, with a 83/100 overall match. Ross Sykes and Jordan James are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gökhan Gül?
Yes. Nathan Rodes (FCV Dender) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gökhan Gül?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gökhan Gül's 2024/25 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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