Players like Wout Faes
CBLeicester City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitWout Faes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Wout Faes are Ryan Flamingo, Eric Dier, Anselmo Garcia McNulty. Doppel rates Ryan Flamingo (PSV Eindhoven) a 82/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nick Viergever scores 83/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Wout Faes is a ball-playing centre-back known for his precision in distribution and composure under pressure. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 8% of his peers, he excels in accurate final-third passes, showcasing his ability to initiate attacks from the back. His durability is noteworthy, having missed just four games in three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch. While aerial duels could be an area for improvement, his overall quality and playmaking ability make him a standout defender in the Championship.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Sofascore rating, Touches. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Wout Faes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryan Flamingosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €15m | 90 | 82 |
| 2 | Eric Diersimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 32 | €3.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 4 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 37 | €300k | 88 | 83 |
| 5 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Honest Ahanorsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 18 | €31m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Robin Hranáčsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €11m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 86 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Wout Faes
≈ 100% Wout Faes · strong: Accurate long balls, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Touches /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Wout Faes · strong: Touches, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Wout Faes · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Wout Faes?
Statistically, Ryan Flamingo (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest look-alike to Wout Faes — a 82/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Wout Faes?
By Doppel's fit score, Ryan Flamingo (PSV Eindhoven) is the closest profile to Wout Faes, with a 82/100 overall match. Eric Dier and Anselmo Garcia McNulty are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Wout Faes?
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 Wout Faes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Wout Faes'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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