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 July 2026.
About Kai Klefisch
Kai Klefisch is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up play and dominating aerial battles. With a Sofascore rating in the top 14% of his positional peers, he showcases his ability to make crucial clearances and deliver accurate long balls, making him a key asset in both defense and transitioning play. His reliability is evident with only nine games missed over the last three seasons, highlighting his durability and consistency 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 | Stefano Russosimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.3m | 92 | 78 |
| 5 | Matthias Verrethsimilar↗ | Brescia | 28 | €500k | 92 | 79 |
| 6 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | IFK Norrköping | 26 | €400k | 92 | 79 |
| 7 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €700k | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Cristiano Banisimilar↗ | Mantova | 27 | €500k | 91 | 78 |
| 9 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 26 | €700k | 91 | 79 |
| 10 | Matias Siltanensimilar↗ | Djurgårdens IF | 19 | €10m | 90 | 80 |
| 11 | Arvid Brorssonsimilar↗ | Mjällby AIF | 27 | €400k | 90 | 79 |
| 12 | Oriol Reysimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €1.7m | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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 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 (IFK Norrköping) 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.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →