Players like Ime Okon
CBHannover 96 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIme Okon's profile ↗
Ime Okon is a centre-back for Hannover 96 in the 2. Bundesliga, with 25 appearances and 2 goals in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Okon include Nikolai Soyset Hopland from SC Heerenveen, who has a fit score of 83/100, and Maas Willemsen, also from SC Heerenveen, with a fit score of 81/100. Other comparable players are Léo Santos from CD Nacional (fit 80/100) and Axel Disasi of Chelsea (fit 81/100).
About Ime Okon
Ime Okon is an unconventional centre-back with a forward-thinking style, showcasing his attacking prowess through impressive dribbling and goal-scoring ability. Despite his lower defensive metrics, he stands out in the top 10% for successful dribbles per 90 minutes, highlighting his capability to bring the ball forward. With only six games missed over the past three seasons, Okon is a durable presence who can contribute offensively, making him an intriguing prospect for teams seeking a dynamic defender.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ime Okon
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Maas Willemsensimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €4.6m | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Léo Santossimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 28 | €1.0m | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Axel Disasisimilar↗ | Chelsea | 28 | €16m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Zak Sturgesimilar↗ | Millwall | 22 | €3.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Haydon Robertssimilar↗ | Bristol City | 24 | €1.1m | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Chancel Mbembasimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 32 | €1.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Jarell Quansahsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 23 | €48m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Strahinja Pavlovićsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €38m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ime Okon
≈ 100% Ime Okon · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Ime Okon · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Ime Okon · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ime Okon?
By Doppel's fit score, Nikolai Soyset Hopland (SC Heerenveen) is the closest profile to Ime Okon, with a 83/100 overall match. Maas Willemsen and Léo Santos are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ime Okon?
Yes. Léo Santos (CD Nacional) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ime Okon?
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