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Zenit· 2025/2026 · Russian Cup · PARTIAL

Best Alternatives to Strahinja Erakovic

DefenderSerbia25y€8.0MFull profile →

Ball-Playing CBSmall Sample

0.16Tkl/90

0.00KP/90

Based on 566 min · 2025/2026 · Russian Cup · PARTIAL

Ranked by AI DNA similarity — playing style, pressing, and tactical fit. Below: the closest replacements with per-90 stats and form.

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Top 3 alternatives to Strahinja Erakovic

Hjalmar Ekdal84% match
Burnley · Premier League · €6.0M
Jaka Bijol84% match
Leeds United · Premier League · €18.0M
Kosta Nedeljkovic84% match
RB Leipzig · Bundesliga · €8.0M

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Playing Style Analysis

Ball-Playing CBSmall Sample

A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as reads the game exceptionally (2.9 interceptions/90) and meticulous in distribution (89% pass accuracy). Note: this profile is based on 566 minutes of playing time this season. The three closest DNA matches to Strahinja Erakovic:

Hjalmar Ekdal(84% match) — A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.3 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (85% pass accuracy), wins the physical battle (64% duel success) and dominant in the air (3.0 aerials won/90, 63%).
Jaka Bijol(84% match) — A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (7.6 clearances/90), wins the physical battle (56% duel success), strong in aerial duels (3.1 aerials won/90) and uses long balls frequently (6.5/90).
Kosta Nedeljkovic(84% match) — A Defender. Statistically, he stands out as active in the tackle (2.1 tackles/90) and meticulous in distribution (90% pass accuracy).

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Similar Players — Ranked by DNA Similarity

Hjalmar Ekdal

Burnley · Premier League

Sweden27yContract 2027

Tkl/901.40

KP/900.23

Ball-Playing CBAerialIn form ↑

vs Erakovic: 2y older

84% match

€6.0M

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the best alternatives to Strahinja Erakovic?▼

The top alternatives to Strahinja Erakovic based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Hjalmar Ekdal, Jaka Bijol, Kosta Nedeljkovic, Tarik Muharemović, Veljko Milosavljevic. These players were matched using Rising Transfers' 768-dimension DNA model across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit — not just position or market value.

Which players are similar to Strahinja Erakovic in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to Strahinja Erakovic in 2026 include Hjalmar Ekdal (€6.0M), Jaka Bijol (€18.0M), Kosta Nedeljkovic (€8.0M). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does Strahinja Erakovic play and who plays similarly?▼

Strahinja Erakovic plays as a Defender. Players with a comparable positional profile include Hjalmar Ekdal (Sweden, €6.0M); Jaka Bijol (Slovenia, €18.0M); Kosta Nedeljkovic (Serbia, €8.0M); Tarik Muharemović (Bosnia and Herzegovina, €20.0M).

How does Rising Transfers find similar players?▼

Rising Transfers uses a proprietary 768-dimension Player DNA model trained on 3.2 million match events. Each player is represented as a vector across 35+ per-90 metrics including pressing intensity, passing footprint, dribbling profile, and defensive contribution. Similarity is measured using cosine distance — the same technique used in state-of-the-art AI systems — making it the most precise player comparison tool available publicly.

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