Players like Craig Forsyth
LB/CBDerby County · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCraig Forsyth's profile ↗
The players most similar to Craig Forsyth are Dies Janse, Aske Adelgaard, Marc Bola. Doppel rates Dies Janse (FC Groningen) a 84/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bryan Goncalves scores 84/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Craig Forsyth is a versatile left-back with a knack for contributing offensively, making him a dual threat in both defense and attack. His top 49% Sofascore rating highlights his overall quality, while his aerial prowess (top 12%) and goal-scoring ability (top 13%) make him a valuable asset in set-piece situations. Despite a history of injuries limiting his availability, his ability to win possession in the attacking third adds to his reliability when fit, showcasing his importance to Derby County's backline.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 20 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Craig Forsyth
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €900k | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 89 | 86 |
| 8 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Daniel Svenssonsimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 24 | €20m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 88 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Craig Forsyth
≈ 100% Craig Forsyth · strong: Sofascore rating, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Craig Forsyth · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Craig Forsyth · strong: Aerial duels won %, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Craig Forsyth?
By Doppel's fit score, Dies Janse (FC Groningen) is the closest profile to Craig Forsyth, with a 84/100 overall match. Aske Adelgaard and Marc Bola are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Craig Forsyth?
Yes. Bryan Goncalves (FCV Dender) plays a similar left back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Craig Forsyth?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Craig Forsyth's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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