Players like Elias Barsoum
CMDegerfors IF · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitElias Barsoum's profile ↗
The players most similar to Elias Barsoum are Olivier Kemen, Bobby Clark, Philipp Förster. Doppel rates Olivier Kemen (Başakşehir FK) a 79/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gustavo Klismahn scores 79/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Elias Barsoum is an energetic, ball-carrying midfielder who thrives in attacking phases, showcasing elite dribbling skills and a knack for winning possession high up the pitch. Despite his lower overall quality ranking, his ability to create space and drive play forward sets him apart. With an impressive durability record, missing no games in the last three seasons, Barsoum is a reliable option capable of adding dynamism to any midfield.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Elias Barsoum
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Olivier Kemensimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 30 | €2.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 2 | Bobby Clarksimilar↗ | Derby County | 21 | €8.8m | 87 | 79 |
| 3 | Philipp Förstersimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 31 | €600k | 87 | 79 |
| 4 | Gustavo Klismahnsimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €500k | 87 | 79 |
| 5 | Jens Hjertø-Dahlsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 21 | €9.6m | 86 | 80 |
| 6 | Alexander Nollenbergersimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 29 | €800k | 86 | 79 |
| 7 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 8 | Kacper Kozłowskisimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 23 | €5.6m | 86 | 79 |
| 9 | Noël Asékosimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 21 | €12m | 85 | 79 |
| 10 | Rodrigo Atenciosimilar↗ | Central Córdoba | 24 | €2.2m | 85 | 80 |
| 11 | Karamoko Dembélésimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €2.1m | 84 | 79 |
| 12 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 83 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Elias Barsoum
≈ 100% Elias Barsoum · strong: Big chances created, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Elias Barsoum · strong: Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Elias Barsoum · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Elias Barsoum?
By Doppel's fit score, Olivier Kemen (Başakşehir FK) is the closest profile to Elias Barsoum, with a 79/100 overall match. Bobby Clark and Philipp Förster are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Elias Barsoum?
Yes. Gustavo Klismahn (Santa Clara) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Elias Barsoum?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Elias Barsoum'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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