Players like Illan Meslier
GKLeeds United · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitIllan Meslier's profile ↗
Illan Meslier is a goalkeeper for Leeds United in the English Championship, with 39 appearances and 3510 minutes played in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Meslier include Nicolas Kocik from Le Mans, Leo Cavallius of IF Brommapojkarna, and Max Weiss of Karlsruher SC, all of whom share a comparable role and statistical profile, with fit scores of 79/100.
About Illan Meslier
Illan Meslier is a resilient shot-stopper whose durability and reliability shine through with zero games missed over the past three seasons. Despite his Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom tier of his peers, he excels in clearances, showcasing his ability to command his area effectively. While his long ball accuracy could improve, his consistent presence makes him a dependable option in goal as he continues to develop his all-around game.
Strengths: Clearances, Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Illan Meslier
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nicolas Kociksimilar↗ | Le Mans | 28 | €1.4m | 91 | 79 |
| 2 | Leo Cavalliussimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 21 | €500k | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Max Weisssimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 22 | €4.3m | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Gianluigi Donnarummasimilar↗ | Manchester City | 27 | €46m | 88 | 79 |
| 5 | James Traffordsimilar↗ | Burnley | 24 | €27m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Dennis Seimensimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 21 | €9.5m | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Jonas Thomas Kerskensimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €900k | 86 | 84 |
| 8 | Alex Palmersimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 30 | €900k | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | James Beadlesimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 22 | €5.5m | 85 | 85 |
| 10 | Jari De Bussersimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €4.3m | 85 | 79 |
| 11 | Bernt Klaverboersimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 21 | €2.8m | 85 | 84 |
| 12 | Fernando Muslerasimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 40 | €600k | 85 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Illan Meslier
≈ 100% Illan Meslier · low reliability
≈ 100% Illan Meslier · strong: Big chances created, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Illan Meslier · strong: Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Illan Meslier?
By Doppel's fit score, Nicolas Kocik (Le Mans) is the closest profile to Illan Meslier, with a 79/100 overall match. Leo Cavallius and Max Weiss are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Illan Meslier?
Yes. Leo Cavallius (IF Brommapojkarna) plays a similar goalkeeper role and rates 79/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Illan Meslier?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Illan Meslier's 2024/25 season, then ranks goalkeepers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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