Players like Caner Erkin
LBEyüpspor · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitCaner Erkin's profile ↗
The players most similar to Caner Erkin are Miguel Gutiérrez, Reinaldo, Tiago Araújo. Doppel rates Miguel Gutiérrez (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Reinaldo scores 89/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Caner Erkin is a creative left-back known for his exceptional crossing ability and playmaking skills, making him an invaluable asset in attack. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 37% of his positional peers, he consistently generates opportunities, evidenced by his top-tier metrics in assists and key passes. While not a dominant defender, his durability shines through with only five games missed in three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Big chances created, xG + xA. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Caner Erkin
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miguel Gutiérrezsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 25 | €24m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Reinaldosimilar↗ | Mirassol | 37 | €400k | 93 | 89 |
| 3 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | Lasse Günthersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 23 | €2.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Derrick Köhnsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 27 | €4.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Quilindschy Hartmansimilar↗ | Burnley | 25 | €16m | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 91 | 87 |
| 11 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 91 | 86 |
| 12 | Nuno Tavaressimilar↗ | Lazio | 26 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Caner Erkin
≈ 100% Caner Erkin · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Caner Erkin · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Caner Erkin · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Caner Erkin?
Statistically, Miguel Gutiérrez (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest look-alike to Caner Erkin — a 87/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Caner Erkin?
By Doppel's fit score, Miguel Gutiérrez (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest profile to Caner Erkin, with a 87/100 overall match. Reinaldo and Tiago Araújo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Caner Erkin?
Yes. Reinaldo (Mirassol) plays a similar left back role and rates 89/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Caner Erkin?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Caner Erkin's 2024/25 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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