Players like Macauley Gillesphey
CB/LB/RBCharlton Athletic · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMacauley Gillesphey's profile ↗
The players most similar to Macauley Gillesphey are Craig Forsyth, Henrik Sælebakke Falchener, Leandro Cabrera. Doppel rates Craig Forsyth (Derby County) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Craig Forsyth scores 82/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Macauley Gillesphey is a reliable ball-playing centre-back known for his accurate long-range distribution and solid defensive presence. Despite ranking in the bottom 35% among positional peers, he showcases impressive strengths in clearances and finishing, highlighting his ability to contribute both defensively and in set-piece scenarios. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable figure in the defensive line.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Clearances, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Macauley Gillesphey
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 22 | €700k | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Rodrigo Guthsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 26 | €1.3m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Cacásimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €1.5m | 88 | 85 |
| 9 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Bryant Nielingsimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.4m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Macauley Gillesphey
≈ 100% Macauley Gillesphey · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Macauley Gillesphey · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Macauley Gillesphey · strong: Clearances, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Macauley Gillesphey?
Statistically, Craig Forsyth (Derby County) is the closest look-alike to Macauley Gillesphey — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Macauley Gillesphey?
By Doppel's fit score, Craig Forsyth (Derby County) is the closest profile to Macauley Gillesphey, with a 82/100 overall match. Henrik Sælebakke Falchener and Leandro Cabrera are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Macauley Gillesphey?
Yes. Craig Forsyth (Derby County) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Macauley Gillesphey?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Macauley Gillesphey's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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