Players like Luke Woolfenden
CBCoventry City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuke Woolfenden's profile ↗
The players most similar to Luke Woolfenden are Casper Widell, Matthew Pollock, Andrew Hughes. Doppel rates Casper Widell (Excelsior) a 86/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrew Hughes scores 84/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Luke Woolfenden is a reliable, positional ball-playing centre-back, showcasing durability with zero games missed in the past three seasons. Ranking in the top 37% among his peers, he excels in aerial duels, making him a formidable presence in defensive situations. While not a standout in offensive contributions, his defensive solidity and consistency make him a key asset for Coventry City in the Championship.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Luke Woolfenden
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Andrea Carbonisimilar↗ | Monza | 25 | €2.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 85 |
| 11 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 86 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luke Woolfenden
≈ 100% Luke Woolfenden · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Luke Woolfenden · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Luke Woolfenden · strong: Aerial duels won, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Luke Woolfenden?
Statistically, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest look-alike to Luke Woolfenden — a 86/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Luke Woolfenden?
By Doppel's fit score, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest profile to Luke Woolfenden, with a 86/100 overall match. Matthew Pollock and Andrew Hughes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Luke Woolfenden?
Yes. Andrew Hughes (Preston North End) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Luke Woolfenden?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Luke Woolfenden'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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