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 (Luton Town) 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 July 2026.
About Carl Johansson
Carl Johansson is a commanding ball-playing centre-back, excelling in defensive duties with an impressive ability to clear threats and win aerial duels, ranking in the top 3% and 9% of his peers, respectively. His overall quality is reflected in his top 13% Sofascore rating, showcasing his reliability in defense. While his tackling and interception metrics suggest room for improvement, his durability has been a concern, with significant time missed in recent seasons.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating. 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↗ | Luton Town | 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↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 89 | 86 |
| 7 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 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 | Ethan Pinnocksimilar↗ | Brentford | 33 | €2.8m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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 best replacement for Carl Johansson?
By Doppel's fit score, Mark McGuinness (Luton Town) 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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