Players like Arthur Chaves
CB/RBFC Augsburg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitArthur Chaves's profile ↗
The players most similar to Arthur Chaves are Michael Keane, Ben Mee, Santiago Bueno. Doppel rates Michael Keane (Everton) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ben Mee scores 81/100 at about €800k*. Data as of September 2026.
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Arthur Chaves is a robust defensive stalwart, excelling as a centre-back with strong aerial ability and a tenacious approach to duels. His impressive metrics in tackles, interceptions, and clearances showcase his defensive prowess, placing him among the top 10% in these categories. Despite a lower impact in offensive metrics, his durability is a significant asset, having missed only five games in three seasons, making him a reliable option for any backline.
Strengths: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Arthur Chaves
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Ben Meesimilar↗ | Brentford | 37 | €800k* | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Santiago Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 28 | €9.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 28 | €14m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Dominik Kohrsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 32 | €1.9m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Arthur Chaves
≈ 100% Arthur Chaves · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Arthur Chaves · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Arthur Chaves · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Arthur Chaves?
By Doppel's fit score, Michael Keane (Everton) is the closest profile to Arthur Chaves, with a 81/100 overall match. Ben Mee and Santiago Bueno are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Arthur Chaves?
Yes. Ben Mee (Brentford) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €800k*.
How does Doppel find players similar to Arthur Chaves?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Arthur Chaves'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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