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 (Vitória SC) 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 October 2026.
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Zak Sturge is a versatile left-back with the potential to thrive as a centre-back, showcasing a strong dribbling ability that places him in the top 19% among his positional peers. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 26%, his durability stands out, having missed no games over the past three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch. While his long ball accuracy could improve, his ability to advance the ball through dribbling makes him a valuable asset in transition.
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↗ | Vitória SC | 28 | €600k | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 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↗ | Wrexham | 26 | €2.3m | 89 | 86 |
| 7 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Javi Lópezsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 24 | €5.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Cuiabanosimilar↗ | Vasco da Gama | 23 | €10m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 27 | €1.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Fabio Ferrarosimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 24 | €1.2m | 89 | 87 |
| 12 | Vasilios Zagaritissimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 25 | €3.2m | 89 | 85 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Zak Sturge?
Statistically, Orest Lebedenko (Vitória SC) is the closest look-alike to Zak Sturge — a 85/100 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 Zak Sturge?
By Doppel's fit score, Orest Lebedenko (Vitória SC) 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 (Vitória SC) 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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