Players like Elian Irala
CM/CDMSan Lorenzo · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitElian Irala's profile ↗
The players most similar to Elian Irala are Ibrahim Fofana, Yann Bodiger, Javi Villar. Doppel rates Ibrahim Fofana (Amiens SC) a 80/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yann Bodiger scores 78/100 at about €500k. Data as of July 2026.
About Elian Irala
Elian Irala is a tenacious defensive midfielder with a knack for finishing and winning duels, showcasing his ability to contribute in tight situations. Despite being in the bottom tier of overall quality among his peers, he excels in aerial battles and successful dribbles, making him a reliable presence in midfield. His durability stands out, as he has missed no games in the last three seasons, affirming his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Elian Irala
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 92 | 78 |
| 3 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Nikolas Sattlbergersimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €2.1m | 91 | 78 |
| 6 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Abdoulaye Kantésimilar↗ | Troyes | 21 | €4.7m | 90 | 77 |
| 8 | Jesús Álvarezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €900k | 90 | 78 |
| 9 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | Caen | 22 | €4.1m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Lecco | 23 | €1.3m | 89 | 78 |
| 11 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Elian Irala
≈ 100% Elian Irala · low reliability
≈ 100% Elian Irala · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Elian Irala · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Elian Irala?
By Doppel's fit score, Ibrahim Fofana (Amiens SC) is the closest profile to Elian Irala, with a 80/100 overall match. Yann Bodiger and Javi Villar are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Elian Irala?
Yes. Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Elian Irala?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Elian Irala's 2025 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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