Players like Sam Beukema
CB/RBSSC Napoli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSam Beukema's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sam Beukema are Lewis Dunk, Gustaf Lagerbielke, André Ramalho. Doppel rates Lewis Dunk (Brighton & Hove Albion) a 85/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nick Viergever scores 83/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Sam Beukema is a robust, defensive-minded centre-back with the versatility to play at right-back, excelling in aerial duels and overall defensive engagements. His impressive ability to win duels and deliver accurate long balls places him in the top tier of his positional peers, showcasing his effectiveness in transitioning play. With just six games missed in three seasons, Beukema's reliability adds to his appeal as a durable, top-quality defender for SSC Napoli.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Touches. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sam Beukema
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Gustaf Lagerbielkesimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 26 | €10m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 34 | €800k | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Chancel Mbembasimilar↗ | Lille | 32 | €1.8m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 37 | €300k | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Jarell Quansahsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 23 | €48m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sam Beukema
≈ 100% Sam Beukema · strong: Touches, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Sam Beukema · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Sam Beukema · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sam Beukema?
Statistically, Lewis Dunk (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest look-alike to Sam Beukema — a 85/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Sam Beukema?
By Doppel's fit score, Lewis Dunk (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest profile to Sam Beukema, with a 85/100 overall match. Gustaf Lagerbielke and André Ramalho are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sam Beukema?
Yes. Nick Viergever (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sam Beukema?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sam Beukema'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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