Players like Emre Akbaba
CAM/CM/CDMEyüpspor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEmre Akbaba's profile ↗
The players most similar to Emre Akbaba are Senny Mayulu, Kamory Doumbia, Cameron Puertas. Doppel rates Senny Mayulu (Paris Saint-Germain) a 87/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Juninho Bacuna scores 85/100 at about €1.8m. Data as of September 2026.
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Emre Akbaba is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his goal-scoring prowess and ability to influence matches from the center. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 18% of his peers, he showcases impressive shooting metrics and consistently finds the net, evidenced by 7 goals this season. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only 16 games in three seasons, making him a reliable option for any side looking for creativity and attacking threat in the midfield.
Strengths: Shots, Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Emre Akbaba
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 96 | 87 |
| 2 | Kamory Doumbiasimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 23 | €9.8m | 96 | 86 |
| 3 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 94 | 88 |
| 4 | Ansgar Knauffsimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €16m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Ludovic Blassimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 29 | €9.3m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Abbosbek Fayzullaevsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €6.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Fabian Riedersimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 24 | €11m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Sofiane Diopsimilar↗ | Nice | 26 | €14m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Pablo Pagissimilar↗ | Lorient | 24 | €14m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Nico Pazsimilar↗ | Como | 22 | €86m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Emre Akbaba
≈ 100% Emre Akbaba · strong: Possession won in att. third, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Emre Akbaba · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Emre Akbaba · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Emre Akbaba?
By Doppel's fit score, Senny Mayulu (Paris Saint-Germain) is the closest profile to Emre Akbaba, with a 87/100 overall match. Kamory Doumbia and Cameron Puertas are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Emre Akbaba?
Yes. Juninho Bacuna (Birmingham City) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Emre Akbaba?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Emre Akbaba's 2025/26 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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