Players like Dani Calvo
CBReal Oviedo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDani Calvo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Dani Calvo are Kobe Cools, Lorenco Šimić, Tyler Bindon. Doppel rates Kobe Cools (FCV Dender) a 78/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kobe Cools scores 78/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Dani Calvo is a reliable ball-playing centre-back, showcasing solid contributions in build-up play with 2 goals and 3 assists across 41 appearances. His Sofascore rating places him in the top 22% of his positional peers, highlighting his overall quality and durability, as he has missed no games in the last three seasons. While his tackling and interception metrics may not stand out, his ability to maintain possession and facilitate play from the back makes him a valuable asset in any defensive line-up.
Strengths: Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Dani Calvo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kobe Coolssimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €600k | 93 | 78 |
| 2 | Lorenco Šimićsimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 30 | €700k | 89 | 78 |
| 3 | Tyler Bindonsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 21 | €3.6m | 88 | 78 |
| 4 | Japhet Tangangasimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 27 | €5.6m | 87 | 78 |
| 5 | Dan Burnsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 34 | €4.1m | 87 | 78 |
| 6 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 87 | 78 |
| 7 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 86 | 80 |
| 8 | Seid Koraćsimilar↗ | Venezia | 25 | €1.4m | 86 | 78 |
| 9 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 85 | 80 |
| 10 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 85 | 80 |
| 11 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 84 | 78 |
| 12 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 84 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dani Calvo
≈ 100% Dani Calvo · strong: Clearances, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Big chances created /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Dani Calvo · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Dani Calvo · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Dani Calvo?
Statistically, Kobe Cools (FCV Dender) is the closest look-alike to Dani Calvo — a 78/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Dani Calvo?
By Doppel's fit score, Kobe Cools (FCV Dender) is the closest profile to Dani Calvo, with a 78/100 overall match. Lorenco Šimić and Tyler Bindon are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dani Calvo?
Yes. Kobe Cools (FCV Dender) plays a similar centre back role and rates 78/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dani Calvo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dani Calvo'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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