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 October 2026.
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Eric Kitolano is a dynamic dribbling midfielder who thrives in one-on-one situations, showcasing his ability to take on defenders with confidence. While his overall quality sits in the lower percentile of positional peers, his successful dribbles highlight a notable strength in breaking lines and creating opportunities. With a solid track record of availability, missing only nine games in three seasons, Kitolano adds a reliable presence to the squad, though he may need to improve on his long-range distribution to enhance his overall impact.
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↗ | Fatih Karagümrük | 26 | €1.5m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Antoine Colassinsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 25 | €600k | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Christian Rasmussensimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 23 | €1.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Joe Gelhardtsimilar↗ | Hull City | 24 | €15m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Franjo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 23 | €15m | 90 | 87 |
| 9 | Arnaut Danjumasimilar↗ | Valencia | 29 | €2.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Hyllarion Gooresimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 21 | €3.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Myron Boadusimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 25 | €3.8m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Evann Guessandsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 25 | €24m | 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 closest look-alike to Eric Kitolano?
Statistically, Bruny Nsimba (FCV Dender) is the closest look-alike to Eric Kitolano — a 85/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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 (RC Sporting Charleroi) 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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