Players like Ben Davies
CB/LBTottenham Hotspur · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitBen Davies's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ben Davies are Timo Hübers, Matthew Pollock, Leo Greiml. Doppel rates Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) a 81/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rio Hillen scores 81/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ben Davies is a robust, aerially-dominant centre-back, excelling in defensive duels and clearances, making him a reliable presence in the back line. His impressive ability to win aerial duels and maintain high touch volume underscores his defensive prowess and ball distribution capabilities. While injury concerns have limited his availability, his top 34% performance ranking among peers highlights his overall quality and reliability when on the pitch.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Touches, Clearances. Availability: 53 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ben Davies
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Albian Hajdarisimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €24m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 86 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ben Davies
≈ 100% Ben Davies · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Ben Davies · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Ben Davies · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ben Davies?
Statistically, Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) is the closest look-alike to Ben Davies — a 81/100 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 Ben Davies?
By Doppel's fit score, Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) is the closest profile to Ben Davies, with a 81/100 overall match. Matthew Pollock and Leo Greiml are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ben Davies?
Yes. Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ben Davies?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ben Davies's 2024/25 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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