Players like Ryan Hedges
LW/RWBlackburn Rovers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRyan Hedges's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ryan Hedges are Ji-sung Eom, Sergio Gómez, Sorriso. Doppel rates Ji-sung Eom (Swansea City) a 79/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ivan Perišić scores 81/100 at about €1.2m. Data as of July 2026.
About Ryan Hedges
Ryan Hedges is a tenacious, defensive-minded winger, excelling in tackles, interceptions, and aerial duels, making him a valuable asset in transition. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 46% of his peers, his work rate and defensive contributions stand out. However, his offensive output is limited, with few goals and assists, which could impact his overall effectiveness in the attacking third. Durability remains a concern, having missed significant time due to injuries over the past three seasons.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Clearances, Aerial duels won. Availability: 22 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ryan Hedges
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ji-sung Eomsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €1.7m | 92 | 79 |
| 2 | Sergio Gómezsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 26 | €15m | 92 | 77 |
| 3 | Sorrisosimilar↗ | Famalicão | 25 | €4.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Abderrahman Rebbachsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €2.4m | 88 | 78 |
| 5 | Arijon Ibrahimovićsimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €11m | 88 | 85 |
| 6 | Ivan Perišićsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 37 | €1.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Yéremy Pinosimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 24 | €27m | 86 | 79 |
| 8 | Dwight McNeilsimilar↗ | Everton | 27 | €19m | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Jakub Kamińskisimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 24 | €15m | 85 | 78 |
| 10 | Félix Correiasimilar↗ | Gil Vicente | 25 | €9.7m | 84 | 78 |
| 11 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 84 | 77 |
| 12 | Marko Pjacasimilar↗ | FC Twente | 31 | €1.6m | 84 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ryan Hedges
≈ 100% Ryan Hedges · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Ryan Hedges · strong: Accurate crosses, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Ryan Hedges · strong: Aerial duels won, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Accurate crosses /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ryan Hedges?
By Doppel's fit score, Ji-sung Eom (Swansea City) is the closest profile to Ryan Hedges, with a 79/100 overall match. Sergio Gómez and Sorriso are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ryan Hedges?
Yes. Ivan Perišić (PSV Eindhoven) plays a similar left winger role and rates 81/100 at roughly €1.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ryan Hedges?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ryan Hedges's 2025/26 season, then ranks left wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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