Players like Ylldren Ibrahimaj

CM/CDMLillestrøm SK · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitYlldren Ibrahimaj's profile ↗

Ylldren Ibrahimaj is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Lillestrøm SK in the Eliteserien, with 13 appearances and 2 assists in 2026. Players similar to Ibrahimaj include Christian Eriksen from VfL Wolfsburg, who has a fit score of 85/100, and Francisco González Metilli from Club Atlético Belgrano, with a fit score of 82/100. Both players offer comparable roles and statistical profiles.

About Ylldren Ibrahimaj

Ylldren Ibrahimaj is a reliable deep-lying playmaker, excelling in his ability to deliver accurate crosses with impressive precision. Despite ranking in the bottom half of his positional peers overall, his durability shines through with zero missed games over the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While he may not dominate in defensive duels or aerial challenges, his passing range and consistency make him a steady presence in midfield, capable of orchestrating play from deep.

Strengths: Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.

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12 players most similar to Ylldren Ibrahimaj

#	Player	Club	Age	Value	Tactical	Overall
1	Francisco González Metilli similar↗	Club Atlético Belgrano	29	€1.9m	91	82
2	Enzo Leopold similar↗	Hannover 96	26	€4.2m	91	82
3	Christian Eriksen similar↗	VfL Wolfsburg	34	€2.4m	90	85
4	Mika Baur similar↗	SC Paderborn 07	22	€4.7m	90	82
5	Daniel Johnson similar↗	Stoke City	34	€300k	90	82
6	Ruben Jenssen similar↗	Tromsø IL	38	€100k	90	82
7	Habib Diarra similar↗	RC Strasbourg	22	€37m	89	82
8	Kartal Kayra Yılmaz similar↗	Kayserispor	26	€2.4m	89	82
9	Lincoln similar↗	FC Alverca	28	€3.7m	89	83
10	Max Bird similar↗	Bristol City	26	€2.4m	89	84
11	Doğucan Haspolat similar↗	KVC Westerlo	26	€5.2m	89	82
12	Farès Chaïbi similar↗	Eintracht Frankfurt	24	€15m	88	83

* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons

Why these players match Ylldren Ibrahimaj

1. Francisco González MetilliClub Atlético Belgrano82/100

≈ 100% Ylldren Ibrahimaj · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · medium reliability

Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90

2. Enzo LeopoldHannover 9682/100

≈ 100% Ylldren Ibrahimaj · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability

Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90

3. Christian EriksenVfL Wolfsburg85/100

≈ 100% Ylldren Ibrahimaj · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability

Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90

FAQ

Who is the best replacement for Ylldren Ibrahimaj?

By Doppel's fit score, Francisco González Metilli (Club Atlético Belgrano) is the closest profile to Ylldren Ibrahimaj, with a 82/100 overall match. Enzo Leopold and Christian Eriksen are the next best fits.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Ylldren Ibrahimaj?

Yes. Ruben Jenssen (Tromsø IL) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €100k.

How does Doppel find players similar to Ylldren Ibrahimaj?

Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ylldren Ibrahimaj's 2026 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.

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