Players like Melih Kabasakal
CDM/CMGaziantep FK · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMelih Kabasakal's profile ↗
The players most similar to Melih Kabasakal are Ibrahim Fofana, Philip Brittijn, Allan Ackra. Doppel rates Ibrahim Fofana (Amiens SC) a 79/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yann Bodiger scores 76/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Melih Kabasakal is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling at breaking up play with elite tackling and interception stats that place him in the top 6% of his peers. With a solid Sofascore rating, he stands out as a reliable anchor in midfield, contributing significantly to defensive stability while missing only a handful of games over the past three seasons. While not a goal-scoring threat, his ability to clear danger and disrupt opposition attacks makes him a key asset in any midfield setup.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Clearances. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Melih Kabasakal
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 2 | Philip Brittijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 22 | €1.5m | 90 | 75 |
| 3 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 89 | 76 |
| 5 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €4.1m | 87 | 77 |
| 6 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 86 | 79 |
| 7 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 86 | 76 |
| 8 | Miguel Atienzasimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 27 | €1.0m | 86 | 75 |
| 9 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 86 | 75 |
| 10 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 86 | 76 |
| 11 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 26 | €1.3m | 86 | 76 |
| 12 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Eibar | 33 | €400k | 86 | 74 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Melih Kabasakal
≈ 100% Melih Kabasakal · low reliability
≈ 100% Melih Kabasakal · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Melih Kabasakal · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Melih Kabasakal?
Statistically, Ibrahim Fofana (Amiens SC) is the closest look-alike to Melih Kabasakal — a 79/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Melih Kabasakal?
By Doppel's fit score, Ibrahim Fofana (Amiens SC) is the closest profile to Melih Kabasakal, with a 79/100 overall match. Philip Brittijn and Allan Ackra are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Melih Kabasakal?
Yes. Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 76/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Melih Kabasakal?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Melih Kabasakal's 2025/26 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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