Players like Tolga Ciğerci
CDM/CMSivasspor · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitTolga Ciğerci's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tolga Ciğerci are Joris van Overeem, Dani Parejo, Adem Zorgane. Doppel rates Joris van Overeem (FC Utrecht) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Joe Rothwell scores 80/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Tolga Ciğerci is a skilled deep-lying playmaker, showcasing exceptional vision and precision with his accurate long balls, ranking in the top 3% among peers. With a strong Sofascore rating placing him in the top 14%, he consistently influences matches, contributing both defensively and offensively with 5 goals and 3 assists this season. While his injury history raises some concerns, his ability to control the tempo and distribute effectively makes him a valuable asset when fit.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Touches, Sofascore rating. Availability: 29 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tolga Ciğerci
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 32 | €900k | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Adem Zorganesimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 26 | €13m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Joe Rothwellsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 31 | €600k | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Niklas Schmidtsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 28 | €1.6m | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tolga Ciğerci
≈ 100% Tolga Ciğerci · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Tolga Ciğerci · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %, Touches /90
≈ 100% Tolga Ciğerci · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Tolga Ciğerci?
Statistically, Joris van Overeem (FC Utrecht) is the closest look-alike to Tolga Ciğerci — a 82/100 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 Tolga Ciğerci?
By Doppel's fit score, Joris van Overeem (FC Utrecht) is the closest profile to Tolga Ciğerci, with a 82/100 overall match. Dani Parejo and Adem Zorgane are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tolga Ciğerci?
Yes. Joe Rothwell (Sheffield United) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tolga Ciğerci?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tolga Ciğerci'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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