Players like Niklas Dorsch
CM/CDM1. FC Heidenheim · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNiklas Dorsch's profile ↗
The players most similar to Niklas Dorsch are Siebe Schrijvers, Lewis Miley, Doğucan Haspolat. Doppel rates Siebe Schrijvers (Oud-Heverlee Leuven) a 80/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dani Parejo scores 81/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Niklas Dorsch is a robust defensive midfielder who excels in aerial duels and distribution, making him a crucial anchor in midfield. His top-tier aerial ability and precise long balls showcase his capacity to command the game from deep, while his tackling and interception skills add a strong defensive presence. With only 16 games missed over the last three seasons, Dorsch is a durable and reliable option, consistently performing at a commendable level among his peers.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Niklas Dorsch
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Siebe Schrijverssimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 30 | €1.4m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 24 | €22m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Alexander Prasssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 25 | €8.7m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Adem Zorganesimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 26 | €13m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | George Thomasonsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 24 | €2.4m | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 24 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | Gerard Gumbausimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 32 | €1.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 32 | €900k | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Niklas Dorsch
≈ 100% Niklas Dorsch · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Niklas Dorsch · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Touches /90
≈ 100% Niklas Dorsch · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Niklas Dorsch?
Statistically, Siebe Schrijvers (Oud-Heverlee Leuven) is the closest look-alike to Niklas Dorsch — a 80/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Niklas Dorsch?
By Doppel's fit score, Siebe Schrijvers (Oud-Heverlee Leuven) is the closest profile to Niklas Dorsch, with a 80/100 overall match. Lewis Miley and Doğucan Haspolat are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Niklas Dorsch?
Yes. Dani Parejo (Villarreal) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Niklas Dorsch?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Niklas Dorsch's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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