Players like Benno Schmitz
RB1. FC Köln · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitBenno Schmitz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Benno Schmitz are Omar Haktab Traore, Oliver Braude, Álex Jiménez. Doppel rates Omar Haktab Traore (1. FC Heidenheim) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Cherrion Valerius scores 84/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Benno Schmitz is a reliable right-back who excels in his ability to deliver accurate final-third passes and crosses, showcasing a solid understanding of offensive support. Despite being rated in the bottom tier of his positional peers, his durability and consistent presence on the pitch, with only 16 games missed in three seasons, highlight his reliability. While he may lack in creating big chances or winning aerial duels, his passing precision makes him a valuable asset in build-up play for 1. FC Köln.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Touches, Accurate crosses. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Benno Schmitz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Omar Haktab Traoresimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 28 | €1.9m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Oliver Braudesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €4.9m | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Álex Jiménezsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 21 | €20m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Mithat Palasimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemaelsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €3.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Juanlu Sánchezsimilar↗ | Sevilla | 23 | €9.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Ethan Galbraithsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 25 | €2.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Matisse Samoisesimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 10 | Malo Gustosimilar↗ | Chelsea | 23 | €36m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Dinis Pintosimilar↗ | Moreirense | 26 | €3.3m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Tiago Mansosimilar↗ | Tondela | 27 | €1.0m | 87 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Benno Schmitz
≈ 100% Benno Schmitz · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Benno Schmitz · strong: Accurate long balls, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, xG + xA /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Benno Schmitz · strong: Successful dribbles, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Benno Schmitz?
By Doppel's fit score, Omar Haktab Traore (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest profile to Benno Schmitz, with a 83/100 overall match. Oliver Braude and Álex Jiménez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Benno Schmitz?
Yes. Cherrion Valerius (NAC Breda) plays a similar right back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Benno Schmitz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Benno Schmitz's 2023/24 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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