Players like Edo Kayembe
CM/CAM/CDMWatford · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEdo Kayembe's profile ↗
The players most similar to Edo Kayembe are Jack Rudoni, Ryan Merlen, Riley McGree. Doppel rates Jack Rudoni (Coventry City) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Sessa scores 86/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Edo Kayembe is a goal-scoring central midfielder who thrives in attacking scenarios, showcasing a knack for finishing and finding the net with impressive efficiency. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 41% of his peers, his ability to contribute non-penalty goals and generate shots makes him a valuable asset in the final third. While his defensive metrics may not stand out, his reliability is evident with just 15 games missed in three seasons, highlighting his durability and commitment on the pitch.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Edo Kayembe
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jack Rudonisimilar↗ | Coventry City | 25 | €21m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Riley McGreesimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 28 | €3.6m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 87 |
| 6 | Willum Thor Willumssonsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 28 | €1.5m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 8 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 92 | 87 |
| 9 | Jakob Breumsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €5.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Mert Kömürsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 21 | €12m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 90 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Edo Kayembe
≈ 100% Edo Kayembe · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Edo Kayembe · strong: Accurate long balls, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Edo Kayembe · strong: Non-penalty goals, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Edo Kayembe?
Statistically, Jack Rudoni (Coventry City) is the closest look-alike to Edo Kayembe — a 84/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Edo Kayembe?
By Doppel's fit score, Jack Rudoni (Coventry City) is the closest profile to Edo Kayembe, with a 84/100 overall match. Ryan Merlen and Riley McGree are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Edo Kayembe?
Yes. Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Edo Kayembe?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Edo Kayembe's 2025/26 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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