Players like Kai Klefisch
CM/CDMDarmstadt 98 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKai Klefisch's profile ↗
The players most similar to Kai Klefisch are Sergio Molina, Youness Lachhab, Jean Hugonet. Doppel rates Sergio Molina (FC Andorra) a 81/100 overall match — 97/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Höög Jansson scores 79/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Kai Klefisch is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and solid defensive contributions. With a Sofascore rating in the top 12% of his positional peers, he excels in winning aerial duels and making clearances, showcasing his reliability in breaking up opposition play. While his attacking metrics may not stand out, his broad availability with only nine games missed in three seasons underlines his durability and dependability in the heart of the midfield.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Clearances. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kai Klefisch
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sergio Molinasimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 30 | €500k | 97 | 81 |
| 2 | Youness Lachhabsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 28 | €800k | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Jean Hugonetsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 27 | €1.2m | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Andreas Müllersimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 26 | €800k | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Stefano Russosimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.3m | 92 | 78 |
| 6 | Matthias Verrethsimilar↗ | Bari | 28 | €500k | 92 | 79 |
| 7 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 26 | €400k | 92 | 79 |
| 8 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Empoli | 24 | €700k | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Cristiano Banisimilar↗ | Mantova | 27 | €500k | 91 | 78 |
| 10 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 26 | €700k | 91 | 79 |
| 11 | Matias Siltanensimilar↗ | Djurgårdens IF | 19 | €10m | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Silas Gnakasimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 28 | €900k | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kai Klefisch
≈ 100% Kai Klefisch · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Kai Klefisch · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Kai Klefisch · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Kai Klefisch?
Statistically, Sergio Molina (FC Andorra) is the closest look-alike to Kai Klefisch — a 81/100 profile match (97/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Kai Klefisch?
By Doppel's fit score, Sergio Molina (FC Andorra) is the closest profile to Kai Klefisch, with a 81/100 overall match. Youness Lachhab and Jean Hugonet are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kai Klefisch?
Yes. Kevin Höög Jansson (CF Estrela Amadora) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kai Klefisch?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kai Klefisch's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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