Players like Raphaël Lipinski
CBRodez AF · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRaphaël Lipinski's profile ↗
Raphaël Lipinski is a centre-back for Rodez AF in Ligue 2, aged 24, with a market value of €1m. Players similar to Lipinski include Luca Sirch from 1. FC Kaiserslautern, who has a fit score of 86/100, and Hamza El Kaouakibi from Südtirol, also with a fit score of 86/100. Both players offer comparable defensive capabilities and performance metrics.
About Raphaël Lipinski
Raphaël Lipinski is a ball-playing centre-back who excels in possession and creativity from the backline. With a Sofascore rating in the top 32% of his positional peers, he stands out for his accurate crossing and ability to win possession in the attacking third, showcasing his offensive contributions. While he has struggled in aerial duels, his overall presence and reliability on the pitch are bolstered by his involvement in 34 matches this season, despite a history of injury setbacks.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third, Big chances created. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Raphaël Lipinski
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luca Sirchsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 27 | €2.3m | 93 | 86 |
| 2 | Jure Balkovecsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 32 | €600k | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Carlo Faedosimilar↗ | Padova | 27 | €700k | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Pietro Ceccaronisimilar↗ | Palermo | 31 | €1.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Gabriele Zappasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 27 | €2.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Henrik Heggheimsimilar↗ | Viking FK | 25 | €1.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Joedrick Pupesimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Marvin Peersmansimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 35 | €200k | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 89 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Raphaël Lipinski
≈ 100% Raphaël Lipinski · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Raphaël Lipinski · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Raphaël Lipinski · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Raphaël Lipinski?
By Doppel's fit score, Luca Sirch (1. FC Kaiserslautern) is the closest profile to Raphaël Lipinski, with a 86/100 overall match. Jure Balkovec and Hamza El Kaouakibi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Raphaël Lipinski?
Yes. Jure Balkovec (Alanyaspor) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Raphaël Lipinski?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Raphaël Lipinski'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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