Players like Patric Pfeiffer
CB/RBDarmstadt 98 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPatric Pfeiffer's profile ↗
The players most similar to Patric Pfeiffer are Matthew Pollock, Marc Kempf, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw. Doppel rates Matthew Pollock (Watford) a 83/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Leandro Cabrera scores 83/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Patric Pfeiffer is a reliable ball-playing centre-back with a knack for dominating aerial duels. His top-tier accuracy in long balls and impressive clearance rate showcase his ability to initiate attacks from the back while maintaining defensive solidity, placing him in the top 31% of his positional peers. However, his injury history has seen him miss significant game time, which could impact his consistency on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won. Availability: 25 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Patric Pfeiffer
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 95 | 83 |
| 2 | Marc Kempfsimilar↗ | Como | 31 | €3.4m | 94 | 82 |
| 3 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 92 | 87 |
| 5 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 91 | 87 |
| 9 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Ronald Araújosimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 27 | €22m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Patric Pfeiffer
≈ 100% Patric Pfeiffer · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Patric Pfeiffer · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Patric Pfeiffer · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Patric Pfeiffer?
Statistically, Matthew Pollock (Watford) is the closest look-alike to Patric Pfeiffer — a 83/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Patric Pfeiffer?
By Doppel's fit score, Matthew Pollock (Watford) is the closest profile to Patric Pfeiffer, with a 83/100 overall match. Marc Kempf and Jeffrey Gouweleeuw are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Patric Pfeiffer?
Yes. Leandro Cabrera (Espanyol) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Patric Pfeiffer?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Patric Pfeiffer'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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