Players like Matthias Ginter
CBSC Freiburg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatthias Ginter's profile ↗
The players most similar to Matthias Ginter are Dean Huijsen, Konstantinos Koulierakis, Ross Sykes. Doppel rates Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid) a 85/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny Bakker scores 87/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Matthias Ginter is a dynamic ball-playing centre-back, excelling in both defensive contributions and offensive build-up. With a Sofascore rating in the top 17% of his positional peers, he stands out for his impressive xG and xA metrics, showcasing his ability to create chances from the back, alongside strong aerial prowess. His consistency is notable, having missed only 13 games over the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in any defensive setup.
Strengths: xG + xA, Big chances created, Aerial duels won. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Matthias Ginter
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 93 | 89 |
| 4 | Taylor Harwood-Bellissimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €22m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Jan Paul van Heckesimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 26 | €65m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 88 |
| 9 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €1.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 34 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Matthias Ginter
≈ 100% Matthias Ginter · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Matthias Ginter · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Matthias Ginter · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Matthias Ginter?
Statistically, Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid) is the closest look-alike to Matthias Ginter — a 85/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Matthias Ginter?
By Doppel's fit score, Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid) is the closest profile to Matthias Ginter, with a 85/100 overall match. Konstantinos Koulierakis and Ross Sykes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Matthias Ginter?
Yes. Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) plays a similar centre back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Matthias Ginter?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Matthias Ginter'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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