Players like Eric Bailly
CBReal Oviedo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEric Bailly's profile ↗
The players most similar to Eric Bailly are Gael Alonso, Jon Martin, Keven Schlotterbeck. Doppel rates Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) a 80/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gael Alonso scores 80/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Eric Bailly is a robust, aggressive centre-back known for his defensive resilience and aerial dominance. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 37%, he showcases elite clearance ability and impressive finishing for a defender, making him a threat on set pieces. However, his injury history has limited his availability, which raises concerns about his reliability on the pitch. Despite this, his strong tackling and aerial prowess make him an asset when fit.
Strengths: Clearances, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won. Availability: 20 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Eric Bailly
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gael Alonsosimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €1.0m | 90 | 80 |
| 2 | Jon Martinsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 20 | €24m | 88 | 80 |
| 3 | Keven Schlotterbecksimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 29 | €5.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 4 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 86 | 79 |
| 5 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 86 | 81 |
| 6 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 86 | 81 |
| 7 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 19 | €64m | 86 | 80 |
| 9 | Marco Rentesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 29 | €1.4m | 86 | 79 |
| 10 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 85 | 80 |
| 11 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 85 | 82 |
| 12 | Strahinja Pavlovićsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €38m | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Eric Bailly
≈ 100% Eric Bailly · strong: Sofascore rating, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Eric Bailly · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Eric Bailly · strong: Duels won, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Eric Bailly?
Statistically, Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) is the closest look-alike to Eric Bailly — a 80/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Eric Bailly?
By Doppel's fit score, Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) is the closest profile to Eric Bailly, with a 80/100 overall match. Jon Martin and Keven Schlotterbeck are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Eric Bailly?
Yes. Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Eric Bailly?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Eric Bailly's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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