Players like Kevin Akpoguma
CB/RB/LBTSG Hoffenheim · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitKevin Akpoguma's profile ↗
The players most similar to Kevin Akpoguma are Gael Alonso, Deveron Fonville, Teo Quintero. Doppel rates Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) a 78/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Syb Van Ottele scores 78/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Kevin Akpoguma is a robust, defensive-minded centre-back known for his strong aerial duels and tenacious tackling. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 45% of his peers, he may not be an elite performer, but his durability shines through with only four games missed in three seasons. His ability to consistently win duels and make crucial clearances solidifies his role as a reliable defensive anchor, though he offers little in the attacking phase, focusing primarily on solidifying the backline.
Strengths: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions, Touches. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kevin Akpoguma
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gael Alonsosimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €1.0m | 88 | 78 |
| 2 | Deveron Fonvillesimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 80 |
| 3 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 88 | 79 |
| 4 | Emre Cansimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 32 | €3.2m | 87 | 78 |
| 5 | Noahkai Bankssimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 20 | €19m | 87 | 77 |
| 6 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 85 | 78 |
| 7 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 85 | 78 |
| 8 | Arnau Martínezsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €11m | 84 | 78 |
| 9 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 84 | 78 |
| 10 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 83 | 79 |
| 11 | Ben Godfreysimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 28 | €4.7m | 83 | 78 |
| 12 | Yannick Leliendalsimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 24 | €1.1m | 83 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kevin Akpoguma
≈ 100% Kevin Akpoguma · strong: Sofascore rating, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Kevin Akpoguma · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Kevin Akpoguma · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Kevin Akpoguma?
Statistically, Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) is the closest look-alike to Kevin Akpoguma — a 78/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Kevin Akpoguma?
By Doppel's fit score, Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) is the closest profile to Kevin Akpoguma, with a 78/100 overall match. Deveron Fonville and Teo Quintero are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kevin Akpoguma?
Yes. Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar centre back role and rates 78/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kevin Akpoguma?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kevin Akpoguma'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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