Players like Arthur Theate
CB/LBEintracht Frankfurt · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitArthur Theate's profile ↗
The players most similar to Arthur Theate are Dominik Kohr, Eric Smith, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw. Doppel rates Dominik Kohr (1. FSV Mainz 05) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw scores 84/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Arthur Theate is a versatile ball-playing centre-back who excels in both defensive duties and progressive play. With a Sofascore rating in the top 32% of his peers, he showcases remarkable strengths in shot creation, touches, and clearances, making him a pivotal presence in both defense and transition. His ability to deliver accurate final-third passes further underlines his importance in building attacks. Durability is a plus, having missed only 15 games in the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Shots, Touches, Clearances. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Arthur Theate
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dominik Kohrsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 32 | €1.9m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Juan Mirandasimilar↗ | Bologna | 26 | €16m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €46m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Joško Gvardiolsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 24 | €64m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 88 | 86 |
| 12 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Arthur Theate
≈ 100% Arthur Theate · strong: Accurate long balls, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Arthur Theate · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Arthur Theate · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Arthur Theate?
By Doppel's fit score, Dominik Kohr (1. FSV Mainz 05) is the closest profile to Arthur Theate, with a 83/100 overall match. Eric Smith and Jeffrey Gouweleeuw are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Arthur Theate?
Yes. Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (FC Augsburg) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Arthur Theate?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Arthur Theate's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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