Players like Daniel Barlaser
CDM/CMMiddlesbrough · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniel Barlaser's profile ↗
Daniel Barlaser is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Middlesbrough in the Championship, with 23 appearances in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Barlaser include Görkem Sağlam from Hatayspor, with a fit score of 87/100, and Orkun Kökçü of Benfica, who has a fit score of 84/100. Other comparable options are Barry Bannan from Sheffield Wednesday (fit 82/100) and Kartal Kayra Yılmaz from Kayserispor (fit 84/100).
About Daniel Barlaser
Daniel Barlaser is a playmaking defensive midfielder, excelling in orchestrating play from deep. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his peers, he demonstrates exceptional vision and creativity, evident in his top-tier key passes and accurate final-third deliveries. His reliability shines through with 33 appearances this season, showcasing his durability, while his ability to control the tempo and connect play makes him a vital asset in midfield.
Strengths: Key passes, Touches, Accurate crosses.
12 players most similar to Daniel Barlaser
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orkun Kökçüsimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €24m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Tygo Landsimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €2.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Will Smallbonesimilar↗ | Southampton | 26 | €3.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Kike Pérezsimilar↗ | Venezia | 29 | €2.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Qazim Lacisimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 30 | €2.9m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Ryotaro Itosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 28 | €5.8m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Giacomo Calòsimilar↗ | Frosinone | 29 | €2.3m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daniel Barlaser
≈ 100% Daniel Barlaser · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Daniel Barlaser · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Daniel Barlaser · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Daniel Barlaser?
By Doppel's fit score, Orkun Kökçü (Benfica) is the closest profile to Daniel Barlaser, with a 84/100 overall match. Görkem Sağlam and Barry Bannan are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Daniel Barlaser?
Yes. Barry Bannan (Sheffield Wednesday) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Daniel Barlaser?
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