Players like Philipp Strompf
CB/LBVfL Bochum 1848 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPhilipp Strompf's profile ↗
The players most similar to Philipp Strompf are Casper Widell, Daan Dierckx, Matthew Pollock. Doppel rates Casper Widell (Excelsior) a 85/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Anselmo Garcia McNulty scores 84/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Philipp Strompf is a robust dual-role defender, excelling as both a centre-back and left-back, with a standout ability in aerial duels and shot contributions. His top 10% Sofascore rating highlights him as an elite performer, showcasing his strength in defensive duels and goal-scoring threat from set pieces. With only seven games missed in three seasons, he’s a durable and dependable presence on the pitch, though he could improve his contributions in the attacking third to maximize his impact.
Strengths: Shots, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Philipp Strompf
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Daan Dierckxsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 23 | €1.5m | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Philipp Strompf
≈ 100% Philipp Strompf · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Philipp Strompf · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Philipp Strompf · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Philipp Strompf?
Statistically, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest look-alike to Philipp Strompf — a 85/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Philipp Strompf?
By Doppel's fit score, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest profile to Philipp Strompf, with a 85/100 overall match. Daan Dierckx and Matthew Pollock are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Philipp Strompf?
Yes. Anselmo Garcia McNulty (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Philipp Strompf?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Philipp Strompf'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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