Players like David Affengruber
CBElche · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Affengruber's profile ↗
The players most similar to David Affengruber are Nordi Mukiele, Ozan Kabak, Ismaelo Ganiou. Doppel rates Nordi Mukiele (Sunderland) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Syb Van Ottele scores 85/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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David Affengruber is an elite ball-playing centre-back, showcasing exceptional quality with a Sofascore rating in the top 5% of his peers. His ability to distribute accurately in the final third and his substantial involvement in tackles and interceptions underline his tactical intelligence and defensive prowess. With only four games missed in the last three seasons, his durability adds to his reliability at the back, making him a cornerstone for Elche's defense.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes, Touches. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to David Affengruber
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nordi Mukielesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 29 | €15m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Noahkai Bankssimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 20 | €19m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Florian Grillitschsimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 31 | €2.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David Affengruber
≈ 100% David Affengruber · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% David Affengruber · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% David Affengruber · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to David Affengruber?
Statistically, Nordi Mukiele (Sunderland) is the closest look-alike to David Affengruber — a 84/100 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 David Affengruber?
By Doppel's fit score, Nordi Mukiele (Sunderland) is the closest profile to David Affengruber, with a 84/100 overall match. Ozan Kabak and Ismaelo Ganiou are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to David Affengruber?
Yes. Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to David Affengruber?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from David Affengruber'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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