Players like Tim Drexler
CB/RB1. FC Nürnberg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTim Drexler's profile ↗
Tim Drexler is a centre-back/right-back for 1. FC Nürnberg in the 2. Bundesliga, aged 21, with a market value of €3m. Players similar to Drexler include Eros Mancuso from Fortaleza, who has a fit score of 87/100, and Nicolò Radaelli of Mantova, with a fit score of 88/100. Both offer comparable roles and statistical profiles for teams seeking alternatives in defensive positions.
About Tim Drexler
Tim Drexler is a robust aerial defender with a knack for contributing offensively, showcasing his potential as a versatile centre-back or right-back. Despite being in the bottom tier of his positional peers overall, his aerial prowess stands out in the top 6%, making him a formidable presence in the air. With only four games missed in the last three seasons, his durability adds to his value as a reliable option in defense.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tim Drexler
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eros Mancusosimilar↗ | Fortaleza | 27 | €2.8m | 96 | 87 |
| 2 | Nicolò Radaellisimilar↗ | Mantova | 23 | €900k | 96 | 88 |
| 3 | Arkadiusz Pyrkasimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 24 | €3.4m | 95 | 86 |
| 4 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemaelsimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €3.2m | 94 | 88 |
| 5 | Cherrion Valeriussimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €600k | 93 | 89 |
| 6 | Tiago Mansosimilar↗ | Tondela | 27 | €1.0m | 93 | 89 |
| 7 | Sebastian Sebulonsensimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 26 | €5.1m | 93 | 87 |
| 8 | Felix Passlacksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 28 | €800k | 93 | 88 |
| 9 | Ryan Alebiosusimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 25 | €1.4m | 92 | 88 |
| 10 | Joe Rankin-Costellosimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 27 | €1.1m | 92 | 87 |
| 11 | Marcus Pedersensimilar↗ | Torino | 26 | €3.3m | 92 | 87 |
| 12 | Rafael Pinto Pedrosasimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 19 | €4.8m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tim Drexler
≈ 100% Tim Drexler · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Tim Drexler · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Tim Drexler · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Tim Drexler?
By Doppel's fit score, Eros Mancuso (Fortaleza) is the closest profile to Tim Drexler, with a 87/100 overall match. Nicolò Radaelli and Arkadiusz Pyrka are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tim Drexler?
Yes. Cherrion Valerius (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 89/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tim Drexler?
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