Players like Maximilian Bauer
CB/RBArminia Bielefeld · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMaximilian Bauer's profile ↗
Maximilian Bauer is a centre-back/right-back for Arminia Bielefeld in the 2. Bundesliga, with 17 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Bauer include Mattia Bani from Palermo with a fit score of 85/100, and Jake Cooper from Millwall, who has a fit score of 86/100. Both players offer comparable defensive capabilities and playing styles.
About Maximilian Bauer
Maximilian Bauer is a robust and commanding centre-back, excelling in aerial duels and defensive engagements, making him a dominant force at the back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 31% of his peers, he showcases impressive reliability and durability, having missed only four games in three seasons. While his attacking contributions may not shine brightly, his defensive prowess and consistency make him a key asset for any team looking to bolster their defensive line.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Shots. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Maximilian Bauer
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 28 | €14m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Jan Paul van Heckesimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 26 | €49m | 92 | 82 |
| 7 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Gustavo Gómezsimilar↗ | Palmeiras | 33 | €3.3m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Juan Foythsimilar↗ | Villarreal | 28 | €8.6m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Maximilian Bauer
≈ 100% Maximilian Bauer · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Maximilian Bauer · strong: Clearances, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Maximilian Bauer · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Maximilian Bauer?
By Doppel's fit score, Mattia Bani (Palermo) is the closest profile to Maximilian Bauer, with a 85/100 overall match. Leo Østigård and Jake Cooper are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Maximilian Bauer?
Yes. Mattia Bani (Palermo) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.3m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Maximilian Bauer?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Maximilian Bauer'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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