Players like Zak Sturge
LB/CBMillwall · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitZak Sturge's profile ↗
The players most similar to Zak Sturge are Orest Lebedenko, Aske Adelgaard, Yannick Leliendal. Doppel rates Orest Lebedenko (Vizela) a 85/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Orest Lebedenko scores 85/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Zak Sturge is a dynamic left-back known for his successful dribbling ability, making him a threat in one-on-one situations. While he boasts impressive durability with no games missed over the last three seasons, his overall quality sits in the lower percentile among peers, indicating room for growth in key areas like creating chances and long-ball accuracy. His potential for development makes him an intriguing prospect in the Championship.
Strengths: Successful dribbles. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Zak Sturge
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orest Lebedenkosimilar↗ | Vizela | 28 | €600k | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €900k | 91 | 86 |
| 3 | Yannick Leliendalsimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 24 | €1.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Yusuf Özdemirsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 25 | €3.1m | 89 | 85 |
| 5 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 89 | 86 |
| 6 | Liberato Cacacesimilar↗ | Empoli | 26 | €2.3m | 89 | 86 |
| 7 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Cuiabanosimilar↗ | Botafogo | 23 | €10m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 27 | €1.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Fabio Ferrarosimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 24 | €1.2m | 89 | 87 |
| 11 | Vasilios Zagaritissimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 25 | €3.2m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Davide Bartesaghisimilar↗ | AC Milan | 21 | €20m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zak Sturge
≈ 100% Zak Sturge · strong: Non-penalty goals, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Zak Sturge · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Zak Sturge · strong: Successful dribbles, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Zak Sturge?
By Doppel's fit score, Orest Lebedenko (Vizela) is the closest profile to Zak Sturge, with a 85/100 overall match. Aske Adelgaard and Yannick Leliendal are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zak Sturge?
Yes. Orest Lebedenko (Vizela) plays a similar left back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Zak Sturge?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Zak Sturge'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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