Players like Tolga Kalender
CBAdana Demirspor · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitTolga Kalender's profile ↗
Tolga Kalender is a centre-back for Adana Demirspor in the Turkish Super Lig. In the 2024/25 season, he has made 24 appearances, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist over 1947 minutes. Players similar to Kalender include Thalisson from Antalyaspor with a fit score of 80, and Leo Greiml from NAC Breda, who has a fit score of 81, both showcasing comparable defensive capabilities.
About Tolga Kalender
Tolga Kalender is a strong, aggressive centre-back with a knack for winning tackles and interceptions, ranking in the top 14% among his positional peers. His ability to contribute offensively, demonstrated by a solid finishing rate, adds an unexpected edge to his defensive game. With only 18 games missed in the last three seasons, he showcases durability and reliability, making him a valuable asset in any backline.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Clearances. Availability: 18 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tolga Kalender
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thalissonsimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 28 | €700k | 90 | 80 |
| 2 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 89 | 79 |
| 3 | Louis Breunigsimilar↗ | SSV Jahn Regensburg | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 79 |
| 4 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Kevin Ehlerssimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 25 | €1.0m | 87 | 78 |
| 6 | Siad Gourvillesimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
| 7 | Isaac Cossiersimilar↗ | Le Mans | 20 | €2.7m | 86 | 78 |
| 8 | Kaiky Navessimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 24 | €3.8m | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Wagane Fayesimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 33 | €400k | 84 | 78 |
| 10 | Matej Maglicasimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 28 | €1.1m | 84 | 78 |
| 11 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 83 | 77 |
| 12 | Konstantinos Mavropanossimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €20m | 83 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
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Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Tolga Kalender?
By Doppel's fit score, Thalisson (Antalyaspor) is the closest profile to Tolga Kalender, with a 80/100 overall match. Kazunari Kita and Louis Breunig are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tolga Kalender?
Yes. Thalisson (Antalyaspor) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tolga Kalender?
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