Players like Stipe Vulikić
CB/LBSampdoria · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitStipe Vulikić's profile ↗
The players most similar to Stipe Vulikić are Kazunari Kita, Marc Bombardo, Christian Dalle Mura. Doppel rates Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Christian Dalle Mura scores 80/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Stipe Vulikić is a robust aerial defender, excelling in winning headers and dominating duels, making him a valuable asset in defensive situations. Despite his Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 9% among his peers, his reliability and durability are commendable, with only 12 games missed over the last three seasons. While his overall impact may be limited in possession and tackles, his strength in aerial duels showcases his potential as a solid defensive presence.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stipe Vulikić
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Marc Bombardosimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 21 | €700k | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Christian Dalle Murasimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €500k | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Javi Castrosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 26 | €1.6m | 90 | 77 |
| 5 | Marco Morenosimilar↗ | Eibar | 25 | €800k | 89 | 78 |
| 6 | Marcel Beifussimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 24 | €2.1m | 89 | 78 |
| 7 | Bojan Kovačevićsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Ilario Monterisisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €2.7m | 89 | 78 |
| 9 | David Torressimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 23 | €2.1m | 88 | 78 |
| 10 | Aritz Arambarrisimilar↗ | Eibar | 28 | €700k | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Iker Reciosimilar↗ | Cádiz | 25 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stipe Vulikić
≈ 100% Stipe Vulikić · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Stipe Vulikić · medium reliability
≈ 100% Stipe Vulikić · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Stipe Vulikić?
Statistically, Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) is the closest look-alike to Stipe Vulikić — a 81/100 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 Stipe Vulikić?
By Doppel's fit score, Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) is the closest profile to Stipe Vulikić, with a 81/100 overall match. Marc Bombardo and Christian Dalle Mura are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stipe Vulikić?
Yes. Christian Dalle Mura (Juve Stabia) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stipe Vulikić?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stipe Vulikić'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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