Players like Craig Dawson
CBWolverhampton · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitCraig Dawson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Craig Dawson are Timo Hübers, Ze Vitor, Casper Widell. Doppel rates Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Timo Hübers scores 83/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of September 2026.
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Craig Dawson is a commanding ball-playing centre-back, showcasing his ability to distribute accurately over long distances while also dominating aerial duels. With a Sofascore rating in the top 30% of his peers, he consistently contributes to both defensive stability and attacking transitions, evidenced by his notable goal and assist this season. His durability is a plus, having missed only 11 games in three seasons, making him a reliable presence in the backline.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won, Shots. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Craig Dawson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Jaydee Canvotsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 20 | €25m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Ryan Flamingosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €15m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Pascal Struijksimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €23m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Craig Dawson
≈ 100% Craig Dawson · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Craig Dawson · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Craig Dawson · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Craig Dawson?
By Doppel's fit score, Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) is the closest profile to Craig Dawson, with a 83/100 overall match. Ze Vitor and Casper Widell are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Craig Dawson?
Yes. Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Craig Dawson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Craig Dawson'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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