Players like Sebastian Schonlau
CBHamburger SV · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitSebastian Schonlau's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sebastian Schonlau are Paulo Oliveira, Nathaniel Phillips, Tiago Gabriel. Doppel rates Paulo Oliveira (Sporting Braga) a 84/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Paulo Oliveira scores 84/100 at about €400k. Data as of July 2026.
About Sebastian Schonlau
Sebastian Schonlau is a reliable positional ball-playing centre-back, showcasing strong defensive instincts with top-tier clearance numbers and consistent touches. While his Sofascore rating places him in the top 38% of his peers, he excels in maintaining possession and organizing the back line. However, his availability has been a concern, having missed significant time due to injuries over the last three seasons. Nonetheless, when fit, he remains a solid option in defense.
Strengths: Touches, Clearances. Availability: 42 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sebastian Schonlau
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paulo Oliveirasimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 34 | €400k | 96 | 84 |
| 2 | Nathaniel Phillipssimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 29 | €2.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Daan Dierckxsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Thomas Kellersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €1.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Yerry Minasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 32 | €2.3m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Ryan Flamingosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €15m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sebastian Schonlau
≈ 100% Sebastian Schonlau · strong: Clearances, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Sebastian Schonlau · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Sebastian Schonlau · strong: Duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Sebastian Schonlau?
By Doppel's fit score, Paulo Oliveira (Sporting Braga) is the closest profile to Sebastian Schonlau, with a 84/100 overall match. Nathaniel Phillips and Tiago Gabriel are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sebastian Schonlau?
Yes. Paulo Oliveira (Sporting Braga) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sebastian Schonlau?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sebastian Schonlau's 2024/25 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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