Players like Niklas Kolbe
LB/CBHertha BSC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNiklas Kolbe's profile ↗
The players most similar to Niklas Kolbe are Dimitrios Nikolaou, Marin Šverko, Abdoul Kone. Doppel rates Dimitrios Nikolaou (Spezia) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Josue Escartin scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Niklas Kolbe is a versatile left-back with the capacity to play as a centre-back, showcasing a solid defensive foundation paired with an ability to progress the ball through successful dribbles. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 34% of his peers, he demonstrates reliable performance and durability, missing only 18 games in the last three seasons. While not a prolific crosser or aerial threat, his dribbling ability allows him to break lines and support the attack effectively.
Strengths: Successful dribbles. Availability: 18 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Niklas Kolbe
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dimitrios Nikolaousimilar↗ | Spezia | 28 | €800k | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Marin Šverkosimilar↗ | Venezia | 28 | €1.6m | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Abdoul Konesimilar↗ | Stade de Reims | 21 | €14m | 91 | 78 |
| 4 | Robin Frejsimilar↗ | GAIS | 28 | €600k | 91 | 79 |
| 5 | Peter Ouanehsimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 28 | €600k | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Marco Imperialesimilar↗ | Carrarese | 27 | €1.0m | 91 | 80 |
| 8 | Alessandro Pio Ricciosimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €300k | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Danilo Quarantasimilar↗ | Ascoli | 29 | €200k | 90 | 78 |
| 10 | Julien Kouadiosimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 27 | €900k | 90 | 79 |
| 11 | Yael Mouangasimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €500k | 89 | 78 |
| 12 | Loïc Williamssimilar↗ | Granada | 24 | €3.3m | 89 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Niklas Kolbe
≈ 100% Niklas Kolbe · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Niklas Kolbe · low reliability
≈ 100% Niklas Kolbe · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Niklas Kolbe?
By Doppel's fit score, Dimitrios Nikolaou (Spezia) is the closest profile to Niklas Kolbe, with a 80/100 overall match. Marin Šverko and Abdoul Kone are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Niklas Kolbe?
Yes. Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) plays a similar left back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Niklas Kolbe?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Niklas Kolbe's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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