Christoph Klarer alternatives
CBBirmingham City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitChristoph Klarer's profile ↗
Christoph Klarer is a centre-back for Birmingham City in the Championship, with 43 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Klarer, Caleb Taylor from Millwall and Ross Sykes from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise both offer similar defensive capabilities, each valued at €5m and achieving a fit score of 86/100. Additionally, Dan Zagadou, valued at €2m, and Gabriele Guarino, at €4m, provide budget-friendly options with fit scores of 85/100.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 89 | 86 |
| 2 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 88 | 86 |
| 3 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 87 | 85 |
| 5 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 86 | 85 |
| 6 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 86 | 84 |
| 7 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 87 | 84 |
| 9 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 83 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Christoph Klarer
≈ 100% Christoph Klarer · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Christoph Klarer · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Christoph Klarer · strong: Aerial duels won %, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Christoph Klarer?
Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €400k with a 84/100 match to Christoph Klarer.
Who is the best-value alternative to Christoph Klarer?
Caleb Taylor offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 86/100 at about €4.6m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Christoph Klarer?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (centre back) by how closely they match Christoph Klarer's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
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