Players like Arif Kocaman
CBKayserispor · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitArif Kocaman's profile ↗
The players most similar to Arif Kocaman are Josue Escartin, Gabriel Otegbayo, Fabio Gruber. Doppel rates Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Josue Escartin scores 82/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Arif Kocaman is a positional centre-back whose current form suggests struggles in establishing himself within the top tier of his role. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 8% of his peers, he faces challenges in contributing effectively in both defensive and attacking phases, including a notable lack of standout strengths. His injury history, missing 27 games across three seasons, raises concerns about his reliability on the pitch. Kocaman will need to elevate his performance to solidify his place as a dependable defender.
Availability: 27 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Arif Kocaman
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Gabriel Otegbayosimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 21 | €900k | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Fabio Grubersimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 24 | €2.9m | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Alessandro Pio Ricciosimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €300k | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Loïc Mbe Sohsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €1.9m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Neville Nwankwosimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 24 | €800k | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 27 | €3.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Linus Gechtersimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 22 | €3.2m | 87 | 86 |
| 9 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Brayan Medinasimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €2.7m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Wes Hardingsimilar↗ | Millwall | 30 | €800k | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Honest Ahanorsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 18 | €31m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Arif Kocaman
≈ 100% Arif Kocaman · medium reliability
≈ 100% Arif Kocaman · strong: Successful dribbles, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Arif Kocaman · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Arif Kocaman?
Statistically, Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) is the closest look-alike to Arif Kocaman — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Arif Kocaman?
By Doppel's fit score, Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) is the closest profile to Arif Kocaman, with a 82/100 overall match. Gabriel Otegbayo and Fabio Gruber are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Arif Kocaman?
Yes. Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Arif Kocaman?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Arif Kocaman's 2023/24 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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