Players like Florian Kainz
CAM/CM/LW1. FC Köln · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitFlorian Kainz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Florian Kainz are Vincenzo Grifo, Thorgan Hazard, Ryan Merlen. Doppel rates Vincenzo Grifo (SC Freiburg) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Wanitzek scores 84/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Florian Kainz is a creative attacking midfielder known for his pinpoint crossing and playmaking abilities. His top 1% ranking in accurate crosses and 3% in key passes highlights his capacity to unlock defenses, making him an invaluable asset in build-up play. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top 34% of his positional peers and a commendable record of just 8 games missed in three seasons, Kainz is a durable and reliable presence in the midfield, though he could improve his finishing to elevate his contributions further.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Key passes, xG + xA. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Florian Kainz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vincenzo Grifosimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 33 | €3.7m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 33 | €1.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Christos Tzolissimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 24 | €42m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Marvin Wanitzeksimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 33 | €900k | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Félix Correiasimilar↗ | Gil Vicente | 25 | €9.7m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Barış Atiksimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 31 | €900k | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Andrej Kramarićsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 35 | €2.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | Alan Patricksimilar↗ | Internacional | 35 | €2.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Hakon Arnar Haraldssonsimilar↗ | Lille | 23 | €26m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Youssef Mazizsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 91 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Florian Kainz
≈ 100% Florian Kainz · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Florian Kainz · strong: xG + xA, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Florian Kainz · strong: Accurate long balls, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Florian Kainz?
By Doppel's fit score, Vincenzo Grifo (SC Freiburg) is the closest profile to Florian Kainz, with a 86/100 overall match. Thorgan Hazard and Ryan Merlen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Florian Kainz?
Yes. Marvin Wanitzek (Karlsruher SC) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Florian Kainz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Florian Kainz's 2024/25 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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