Players like Eric Kitolano
CM/STLillestrøm SK · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitEric Kitolano's profile ↗
The players most similar to Eric Kitolano are Bruny Nsimba, Tommy Conway, Shavy Babicka. Doppel rates Bruny Nsimba (FCV Dender) a 85/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Antoine Colassin scores 84/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Eric Kitolano is a dynamic dribbler, showcasing his ability to take on defenders with flair in midfield. While his Sofascore rating places him in the lower tier among peers, his knack for successful dribbles highlights his potential to create opportunities in tight spaces. With a solid availability record, having missed only a few games in the past three seasons, he remains a dependable option for Lillestrøm SK. However, his long-range passing could use improvement to elevate his overall impact on the game.
Strengths: Successful dribbles. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Eric Kitolano
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bruny Nsimbasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 26 | €2.4m | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Tommy Conwaysimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 24 | €14m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Shavy Babickasimilar↗ | Toulouse | 26 | €1.5m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Antoine Colassinsimilar↗ | K. Beerschot V.A. | 25 | €600k | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Christian Rasmussensimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 23 | €1.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Joe Gelhardtsimilar↗ | Hull City | 24 | €15m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Franjo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 23 | €15m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Arnaut Danjumasimilar↗ | Valencia | 29 | €2.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Maximilian Beiersimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 24 | €43m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Hyllarion Gooresimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 21 | €3.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Myron Boadusimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 25 | €3.8m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Kaj Sierhuissimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 28 | €1.9m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Eric Kitolano
≈ 100% Eric Kitolano · strong: Successful dribbles, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Eric Kitolano · strong: Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90
≈ 100% Eric Kitolano · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Eric Kitolano?
By Doppel's fit score, Bruny Nsimba (FCV Dender) is the closest profile to Eric Kitolano, with a 85/100 overall match. Tommy Conway and Shavy Babicka are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Eric Kitolano?
Yes. Antoine Colassin (K. Beerschot V.A.) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Eric Kitolano?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Eric Kitolano's 2024 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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