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 (AFC Ajax) 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 October 2026.
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Craig Forsyth is a versatile left-back who thrives in aerial battles and contributes effectively to the attack, showcasing a knack for scoring and assisting. His solid Sofascore rating highlights him as a dependable player in the Championship, with impressive metrics in aerial duels and finishing. While his dribbling may not be his forte, his experience and ability to win possession in the attacking third make him a valuable asset, although his injury history raises concerns about his durability.
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↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 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 | Damian van der Haarsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €400k | 88 | 86 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Craig Forsyth?
Statistically, Dies Janse (AFC Ajax) is the closest look-alike to Craig Forsyth — a 84/100 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 Craig Forsyth?
By Doppel's fit score, Dies Janse (AFC Ajax) 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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