Players like James Hill
CB/RBBournemouth · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJames Hill's profile ↗
The players most similar to James Hill are Leopold Querfeld, Timo Hübers, Marcos Senesi. Doppel rates Leopold Querfeld (1. FC Union Berlin) a 88/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Timo Hübers scores 82/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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James Hill is an aggressive, front-foot centre-back known for his exceptional defensive presence and aerial dominance. With a Sofascore rating in the top 33% of his peers, he excels in winning duels and making clearances, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposing attacks effectively. While he doesn't contribute much in terms of goals, his reliability on the pitch is underscored by missing only 13 games in the past three seasons, making him a durable asset in defence.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Clearances. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to James Hill
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Marcos Senesisimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 29 | €23m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | James Tarkowskisimilar↗ | Everton | 34 | €5.2m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 92 | 81 |
| 7 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Jan Paul van Heckesimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 26 | €65m | 91 | 81 |
| 9 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 30 | €1.0m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match James Hill
≈ 100% James Hill · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% James Hill · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% James Hill · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to James Hill?
Statistically, Leopold Querfeld (1. FC Union Berlin) is the closest look-alike to James Hill — a 88/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for James Hill?
By Doppel's fit score, Leopold Querfeld (1. FC Union Berlin) is the closest profile to James Hill, with a 88/100 overall match. Timo Hübers and Marcos Senesi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to James Hill?
Yes. Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to James Hill?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from James Hill'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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