Players like Calvin Brackelmann
CB/LBSC Paderborn 07 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCalvin Brackelmann's profile ↗
Calvin Brackelmann is a centre-back/left-back for SC Paderborn 07 in the 2. Bundesliga, having made 24 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Notable matches include his performance against KVC Westerlo, achieving a fit score of 88, and a similar score against Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. For those searching for players similar to Brackelmann, consider Emin Bayram and Ross Sykes, who share comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Calvin Brackelmann
Calvin Brackelmann is a versatile defender excelling as both a centre-back and left-back, showcasing a strong ability to contribute offensively while maintaining solid defensive duties. With a Sofascore rating in the top 19% of his peers, he stands out for his impressive shot frequency and accuracy in long passes, making him a dual threat in both defensive and attacking phases. His reliability is underscored by minimal missed games over the past three seasons, establishing him as a durable asset for SC Paderborn.
Strengths: Shots, Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating. Availability: 18 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Calvin Brackelmann
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 94 | 88 |
| 3 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 94 | 87 |
| 4 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Cuiabanosimilar↗ | Botafogo | 23 | €10m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 27 | €1.9m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Zak Swansonsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 26 | €1.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 91 | 88 |
| 9 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 91 | 87 |
| 11 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 91 | 86 |
| 12 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 91 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Calvin Brackelmann
≈ 100% Calvin Brackelmann · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Calvin Brackelmann · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Calvin Brackelmann · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Calvin Brackelmann?
By Doppel's fit score, Emin Bayram (KVC Westerlo) is the closest profile to Calvin Brackelmann, with a 88/100 overall match. Ross Sykes and Danny Bakker are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Calvin Brackelmann?
Yes. Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) plays a similar centre back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Calvin Brackelmann?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Calvin Brackelmann'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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