Players like Imanol García de Albéniz
LBFC Andorra · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitImanol García de Albéniz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Imanol García de Albéniz are Luke Thomas, Marc Bola, Boy Kemper. Doppel rates Luke Thomas (Leicester City) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bryan Goncalves scores 81/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Imanol García de Albéniz is a reliable left-back who excels in delivering accurate crosses and making key passes, showcasing his playmaking ability from deep. Despite facing injury challenges, his aerial prowess and ability to contribute offensively set him apart, even as he navigates a tough season with a Sofascore rating in the bottom percentile. While he may struggle in duels, his potential to influence games from the flanks remains evident.
Strengths: Key passes, Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses. Availability: 44 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Imanol García de Albéniz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luke Thomassimilar↗ | Leicester City | 25 | €5.4m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Juan Mirandasimilar↗ | Bologna | 26 | €16m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 88 | 85 |
| 8 | Martin Fresesimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €2.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Davide Bartesaghisimilar↗ | AC Milan | 21 | €20m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €900k | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Matt Targettsimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 31 | €2.8m | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Imanol García de Albéniz
≈ 100% Imanol García de Albéniz · strong: Clearances, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Imanol García de Albéniz · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Imanol García de Albéniz · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Imanol García de Albéniz?
By Doppel's fit score, Luke Thomas (Leicester City) is the closest profile to Imanol García de Albéniz, with a 83/100 overall match. Marc Bola and Boy Kemper are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Imanol García de Albéniz?
Yes. Bryan Goncalves (FCV Dender) plays a similar left back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Imanol García de Albéniz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Imanol García de Albéniz's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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