Players like Charlie Cresswell
CBStade Rennais · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCharlie Cresswell's profile ↗
The players most similar to Charlie Cresswell are Leo Østigård, Mike Van der Hoorn, Jake Cooper. Doppel rates Leo Østigård (Genoa) a 86/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mike Van der Hoorn scores 86/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Charlie Cresswell is an aggressive, front-foot centre-back who excels in both defensive and attacking phases. With a Sofascore rating in the top 19% of his positional peers, he showcases remarkable ability in clearing threats and winning aerial duels, while also contributing offensively with impressive shot metrics. His durability stands out, having missed only four games in three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch. Cresswell is a formidable presence in the heart of defence.
Strengths: Shots, Clearances, Aerial duels won. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Charlie Cresswell
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 96 | 86 |
| 2 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 95 | 86 |
| 3 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 95 | 88 |
| 4 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 24 | €15m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Virgil van Dijksimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 35 | €16m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Patrick Mainkasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 32 | €2.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 8 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | Lazio | 28 | €14m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 91 | 88 |
| 10 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 91 | 87 |
| 12 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 91 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Charlie Cresswell
≈ 100% Charlie Cresswell · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Charlie Cresswell · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Charlie Cresswell · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Charlie Cresswell?
Statistically, Leo Østigård (Genoa) is the closest look-alike to Charlie Cresswell — a 86/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Charlie Cresswell?
By Doppel's fit score, Leo Østigård (Genoa) is the closest profile to Charlie Cresswell, with a 86/100 overall match. Mike Van der Hoorn and Jake Cooper are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Charlie Cresswell?
Yes. Mike Van der Hoorn (FC Utrecht) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Charlie Cresswell?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Charlie Cresswell'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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