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, Philipp Förster scores 79/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Elias Barsoum is a dynamic dribbling central midfielder, recognized for his ability to successfully navigate through defenses and win possession in the attacking third. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the bottom 29% of his positional peers, yet his top 15% ranking in successful dribbles per 90 minutes highlights his flair and creativity on the ball. With an excellent record of durability, missing no games over the last three seasons, Barsoum remains a reliable option for his team.
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 | Jens Hjertø-Dahlsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 21 | €9.6m | 86 | 80 |
| 5 | Alexander Nollenbergersimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 29 | €800k | 86 | 79 |
| 6 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Kacper Kozłowskisimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 23 | €5.6m | 86 | 79 |
| 8 | Noël Asékosimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 21 | €12m | 85 | 79 |
| 9 | Rodrigo Atenciosimilar↗ | Independiente Rivadavia | 24 | €2.2m | 85 | 80 |
| 10 | Karamoko Dembélésimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €2.1m | 84 | 79 |
| 11 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 83 | 80 |
| 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 closest look-alike to Elias Barsoum?
Statistically, Olivier Kemen (Başakşehir FK) is the closest look-alike to Elias Barsoum — a 79/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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. Philipp Förster (Karlsruher SC) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €600k.
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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