Players like Timo Baumgartl
CB/RBFC Schalke 04 · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitTimo Baumgartl's profile ↗
The players most similar to Timo Baumgartl are Tomás Ribeiro, Massimiliano Mangraviti, Loni Laurent. Doppel rates Tomás Ribeiro (Vitória SC) a 78/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Craig Forsyth scores 80/100 at about €100k. Data as of July 2026.
About Timo Baumgartl
Timo Baumgartl is a possession-focused centre-back with a knack for initiating attacks through precise long balls. While he ranks in the bottom 30% overall, his ability to win possession in the attacking third showcases his tactical awareness and contribution to build-up play. With only three games missed over the past three seasons, his reliability adds to his value, though he may need to enhance his defensive metrics to solidify his standing among peers.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Accurate long balls. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Timo Baumgartl
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tomás Ribeirosimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €400k | 89 | 78 |
| 2 | Massimiliano Mangravitisimilar↗ | Cesena | 28 | €1.3m | 89 | 78 |
| 3 | Loni Laurentsimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 25 | €800k | 89 | 78 |
| 4 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Robin Hranáčsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €11m | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Enrique Lofolomosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €1.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 84 | 81 |
| 11 | César Azpilicuetasimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 37 | €200k* | 84 | 79 |
| 12 | Bryant Nielingsimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.4m | 82 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
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FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Timo Baumgartl?
By Doppel's fit score, Tomás Ribeiro (Vitória SC) is the closest profile to Timo Baumgartl, with a 78/100 overall match. Massimiliano Mangraviti and Loni Laurent are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Timo Baumgartl?
Yes. Craig Forsyth (Derby County) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Timo Baumgartl?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Timo Baumgartl's 2023/24 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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