Players like Jure Balkovec
LB/CBFatih Karagümrük · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJure Balkovec's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jure Balkovec are Marvin Peersman, Bryan Goncalves, Marc Bola. Doppel rates Marvin Peersman (FC Groningen) a 82/100 overall match — 87/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Peersman scores 82/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Jure Balkovec is a versatile attacking left-back who excels in contributing to the offensive phase of play. With an impressive ability to deliver accurate long balls and a knack for finding the net, he stands out among his peers, showcasing elite finishing skills that make him a threat from the back. While his defensive metrics may not shine, his durability is a significant asset, having missed only one game in the last three seasons, ensuring reliability for his team.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jure Balkovec
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marvin Peersmansimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 35 | €200k | 87 | 82 |
| 2 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 86 | 82 |
| 3 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 85 | 82 |
| 4 | Yaimar Medinasimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €4.3m | 85 | 82 |
| 5 | Kazımcan Karataşsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €2.1m | 85 | 82 |
| 6 | Louis Oppiesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 24 | €2.4m | 84 | 81 |
| 7 | Giuseppe Pezzellasimilar↗ | Empoli | 29 | €2.1m | 84 | 80 |
| 8 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 83 | 82 |
| 9 | Ryan Gilessimilar↗ | Hull City | 26 | €11m | 83 | 81 |
| 10 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 83 | 83 |
| 11 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 83 | 81 |
| 12 | Yanis Zouaouisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 28 | €2.3m | 82 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jure Balkovec
≈ 100% Jure Balkovec · strong: xG + xA, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Jure Balkovec · strong: Big chances created, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Jure Balkovec · strong: Aerial duels won %, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jure Balkovec?
By Doppel's fit score, Marvin Peersman (FC Groningen) is the closest profile to Jure Balkovec, with a 82/100 overall match. Bryan Goncalves and Marc Bola are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jure Balkovec?
Yes. Marvin Peersman (FC Groningen) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jure Balkovec?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jure Balkovec'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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