Players like Marcel Beifus
CBKarlsruher SC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarcel Beifus's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marcel Beifus are Luka Vušković, Harry Darling, Dan Zagadou. Doppel rates Luka Vušković (KVC Westerlo) a 82/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dan Zagadou scores 82/100 at about €1.9m. Data as of July 2026.
About Marcel Beifus
Marcel Beifus profiles as a ball-playing centre-back, showcasing impressive accuracy in long passes, ranking in the top 14% among his peers. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 45%, his ability to distribute the ball effectively adds a valuable dimension to his team's build-up play. While he may struggle in duels and dribbling, his durability is a plus, having missed only 18 games in three seasons, making him a reliable option in defense.
Strengths: Accurate long balls. Availability: 18 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marcel Beifus
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 19 | €64m | 89 | 82 |
| 2 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 27 | €4.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 3 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 87 | 82 |
| 4 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 87 | 81 |
| 5 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 87 | 84 |
| 6 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 86 | 85 |
| 7 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Gabriele Bracagliasimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €3.6m | 86 | 83 |
| 11 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marcel Beifus
≈ 100% Marcel Beifus · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Marcel Beifus · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Marcel Beifus · strong: Aerial duels won %, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Marcel Beifus?
By Doppel's fit score, Luka Vušković (KVC Westerlo) is the closest profile to Marcel Beifus, with a 82/100 overall match. Harry Darling and Dan Zagadou are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marcel Beifus?
Yes. Dan Zagadou (VfB Stuttgart) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marcel Beifus?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marcel Beifus'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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