Players like Niklas Stark
CB/RBSV Werder Bremen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNiklas Stark's profile ↗
The players most similar to Niklas Stark are Maksym Talovierov, Jaydee Canvot, Timo Hübers. Doppel rates Maksym Talovierov (Stoke City) a 78/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Timo Hübers scores 79/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of September 2026.
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Niklas Stark is a robust, positional ball-playing centre-back known for his defensive acumen and ability to distribute the ball effectively. His standout metrics in clearances and tackles showcase his reliability in breaking up opposition attacks, while his proficient long passing aids in transitioning play. However, his injury history raises concerns about availability, having missed a significant number of games in recent seasons. Despite this, Stark remains a valuable presence in the defensive line when fit.
Strengths: Clearances, Touches, Accurate long balls. Availability: 35 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Niklas Stark
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maksym Talovierovsimilar↗ | Stoke City | 26 | €2.2m | 92 | 78 |
| 2 | Jaydee Canvotsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 20 | €25m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 4 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Yerry Minasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 32 | €2.3m | 87 | 78 |
| 7 | Konstantinos Mavropanossimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €20m | 87 | 78 |
| 8 | Robin Hranáčsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €11m | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 85 | 80 |
| 10 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 85 | 79 |
| 11 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 85 | 79 |
| 12 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 84 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Niklas Stark
≈ 100% Niklas Stark · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Niklas Stark · strong: Clearances, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Niklas Stark · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Niklas Stark?
By Doppel's fit score, Maksym Talovierov (Stoke City) is the closest profile to Niklas Stark, with a 78/100 overall match. Jaydee Canvot and Timo Hübers are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Niklas Stark?
Yes. Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) plays a similar centre back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Niklas Stark?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Niklas Stark'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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