Players like Carl Johansson
CBHolstein Kiel · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCarl Johansson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Carl Johansson are Mark McGuinness, Matias Antonini, Michael Keane. Doppel rates Mark McGuinness (Sheffield United) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 86/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Carl Johansson is a robust, aggressive centre-back, excelling in aerial duels and clearances, making him a formidable presence in defensive situations. Despite his overall rating placing him in the bottom tier of his peers, his ability to dominate in the air and clear danger consistently stands out. However, his injury history raises concerns about his durability, having missed significant time over the last few seasons.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won, Shots. Availability: 55 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Carl Johansson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Matias Antoninisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 28 | €1.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 89 | 86 |
| 7 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Thomas Kellersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €1.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 88 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Carl Johansson
≈ 100% Carl Johansson · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Carl Johansson · strong: Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Carl Johansson · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Carl Johansson?
Statistically, Mark McGuinness (Sheffield United) is the closest look-alike to Carl Johansson — a 83/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Carl Johansson?
By Doppel's fit score, Mark McGuinness (Sheffield United) is the closest profile to Carl Johansson, with a 83/100 overall match. Matias Antonini and Michael Keane are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Carl Johansson?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Carl Johansson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Carl Johansson'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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