Players like Matthias Zimmermann
RBFortuna Düsseldorf · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatthias Zimmermann's profile ↗
Matthias Zimmermann is a right-back for Fortuna Düsseldorf in the 2. Bundesliga, with 23 appearances and 1124 minutes played in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Zimmermann include Cherrion Valerius from NAC Breda with a fit score of 88/100, and Darío Benavides of RAAL La Louvière, who has a fit score of 85/100. These players share a comparable role and statistical profile.
About Matthias Zimmermann
Matthias Zimmermann is a dynamic attacking right-back, showcasing his prowess with a strong scoring record and precise passing in the final third. His standout metrics place him in the top 19% among peers, highlighting his elite contributions with 3 goals and 2 assists in 30 appearances this season. With only a few games missed over the last three years, Zimmermann is a durable asset, though he may struggle in aerial duels. Overall, he’s a reliable and effective force in the defensive line, capable of influencing matches offensively.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Accurate final-third passes, Sofascore rating. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Matthias Zimmermann
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 95 | 88 |
| 2 | Darío Benavidessimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 23 | €400k | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Oliver Braudesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €4.9m | 91 | 87 |
| 4 | Cláudio Wincksimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €800k | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Mithat Palasimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 26 | €2.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Tiago Mansosimilar↗ | Tondela | 27 | €1.0m | 91 | 86 |
| 7 | Juanlu Sánchezsimilar↗ | Sevilla | 23 | €9.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Taha Şahinsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 26 | €3.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Filippo Missorisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemaelsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €3.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Alberto Costasimilar↗ | FC Porto | 23 | €17m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Ainsley Maitland-Nilessimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 29 | €11m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Matthias Zimmermann
≈ 100% Matthias Zimmermann · strong: Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Matthias Zimmermann · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Matthias Zimmermann · strong: Accurate long balls, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, xG + xA /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Matthias Zimmermann?
By Doppel's fit score, Cherrion Valerius (NAC Breda) is the closest profile to Matthias Zimmermann, with a 88/100 overall match. Darío Benavides and Oliver Braude are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Matthias Zimmermann?
Yes. Darío Benavides (RAAL La Louvière) plays a similar right back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Matthias Zimmermann?
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