Players like Yaimar Medina
LBKRC Genk · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYaimar Medina's profile ↗
Yaimar Medina is a left-back for KRC Genk in the Belgian Pro League, with 27 appearances and 3 assists in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Medina include Louis Oppie from FC St. Pauli, who has a fit score of 83/100, and Matt Targett of Middlesbrough, with a fit score of 82/100. These players offer comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them potential alternatives for teams seeking a left-back.
About Yaimar Medina
Yaimar Medina is a dynamic left-back known for his attacking contributions and ability to connect in the final third. While his overall quality sits in the lower tier among peers, he excels in creating chances, boasting impressive metrics in shots and accurate passes. His durability stands out, with only 10 games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. However, he may need to improve his defensive impact to elevate his game further.
Strengths: Shots, Accurate final-third passes, xG + xA. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yaimar Medina
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Louis Oppiesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 24 | €2.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Matt Targettsimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 31 | €2.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Joaquín Piquerezsimilar↗ | Palmeiras | 28 | €11m | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | Derrick Köhnsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 27 | €4.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Kazımcan Karataşsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €2.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 87 | 86 |
| 11 | Matthieu Udolsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 30 | €7.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 12 | Miguel Gutiérrezsimilar↗ | Girona FC | 25 | €24m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yaimar Medina
≈ 100% Yaimar Medina · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Yaimar Medina · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Yaimar Medina · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Yaimar Medina?
By Doppel's fit score, Louis Oppie (FC St. Pauli) is the closest profile to Yaimar Medina, with a 83/100 overall match. Matt Targett and Joaquín Piquerez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yaimar Medina?
Yes. Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar left back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yaimar Medina?
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