Players like Luke Ayling
RB/CBMiddlesbrough · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuke Ayling's profile ↗
The players most similar to Luke Ayling are Ki-Jana Hoever, Lucas Martínez Quarta, Matisse Samoise. Doppel rates Ki-Jana Hoever (AC Sparta Praha) a 89/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matisse Samoise scores 88/100 at about €2.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Luke Ayling is a dynamic ball-playing right-back, showcasing exceptional distribution and vision. With a Sofascore rating in the top 3% of his positional peers, he excels in delivering accurate long balls and creating big chances, making him a pivotal offensive asset from the back. His durability is impressive, as he has missed zero games in the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch. While not dominant in aerial duels, his overall quality and playmaking ability make him a standout performer in the Championship.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Luke Ayling
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ki-Jana Hoeversimilar↗ | AC Sparta Praha | 24 | €3.3m | 95 | 89 |
| 2 | Lucas Martínez Quartasimilar↗ | River Plate | 30 | €4.1m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Matisse Samoisesimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 94 | 88 |
| 4 | Vandersonsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 25 | €17m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | João Cancelosimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 32 | €8.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Harry Clarkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 25 | €2.4m | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | William Furtadosimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 31 | €2.7m | 93 | 88 |
| 8 | Jayden Boglesimilar↗ | Leeds United | 26 | €16m | 93 | 86 |
| 9 | Benjamin Henrichssimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 29 | €7.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Kieran Trippiersimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 36 | €1.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Cristian Pavónsimilar↗ | Grêmio | 30 | €1.8m | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Ethan Galbraithsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 25 | €2.6m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luke Ayling
≈ 100% Luke Ayling · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Luke Ayling · strong: Accurate long balls, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Luke Ayling · strong: Possession won in att. third, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Luke Ayling?
Statistically, Ki-Jana Hoever (AC Sparta Praha) is the closest look-alike to Luke Ayling — a 89/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Luke Ayling?
By Doppel's fit score, Ki-Jana Hoever (AC Sparta Praha) is the closest profile to Luke Ayling, with a 89/100 overall match. Lucas Martínez Quarta and Matisse Samoise are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Luke Ayling?
Yes. Matisse Samoise (KAA Gent) plays a similar right back role and rates 88/100 at roughly €2.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Luke Ayling?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Luke Ayling's 2025/26 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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