Players like Eric Vandenabeele
CBRodez AF · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitEric Vandenabeele's profile ↗
The players most similar to Eric Vandenabeele are Axel Drouhin, Atanas Chernev, Cacá. Doppel rates Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gustavo Henrique scores 83/100 at about €600k. Data as of July 2026.
About Eric Vandenabeele
Eric Vandenabeele is a traditional centre-back, but his current form indicates he's struggling to make an impact. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 32% of his peers, he’s faced significant challenges, particularly in touches and defensive contributions. Additionally, his injury record raises concerns about durability, having missed 47 games over the last three seasons. While his experience is undeniable, he must elevate his performance to regain a foothold in the starting lineup.
Availability: 47 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Eric Vandenabeele
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Axel Drouhinsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 26 | €1.2m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Atanas Chernevsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 24 | €700k | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Cacásimilar↗ | Corinthians | 27 | €1.5m | 90 | 88 |
| 4 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Daan Dierckxsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 23 | €1.5m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Patrick Nkoasimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 27 | €700k | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Matias Antoninisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 28 | €1.6m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Arda Kızıldağsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 28 | €800k | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Malcom Bokelesimilar↗ | Göztepe | 26 | €5.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Thomas Kellersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €1.3m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Eric Vandenabeele
≈ 100% Eric Vandenabeele · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Eric Vandenabeele · medium reliability
≈ 100% Eric Vandenabeele · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Eric Vandenabeele?
By Doppel's fit score, Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) is the closest profile to Eric Vandenabeele, with a 81/100 overall match. Atanas Chernev and Cacá are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Eric Vandenabeele?
Yes. Gustavo Henrique (Corinthians) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Eric Vandenabeele?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Eric Vandenabeele's 2024/25 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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