Players like Ruben Kluivert
CBOlympique Lyonnais · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRuben Kluivert's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ruben Kluivert are Nordi Mukiele, Kervin Arriaga, Danny da Costa. Doppel rates Nordi Mukiele (Sunderland) a 82/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny da Costa scores 85/100 at about €1.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Ruben Kluivert is a unique centre-back with a surprising knack for finishing, showcasing his scoring ability with a solid record in non-penalty goals. While his aerial prowess stands out, making him a threat in set-piece situations, his overall performance places him in the lower tier of his positional peers. Despite his injury history, Kluivert's potential as a goal-scoring defender offers an intriguing dimension to his game, making him a player to watch as he develops.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 35 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ruben Kluivert
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nordi Mukielesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 29 | €15m | 90 | 82 |
| 2 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 3 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 89 | 83 |
| 6 | Dominik Kohrsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 32 | €1.9m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €1.4m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Rasmus Kristensensimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 29 | €11m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ruben Kluivert
≈ 100% Ruben Kluivert · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Ruben Kluivert · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Ruben Kluivert · strong: Accurate crosses, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ruben Kluivert?
Statistically, Nordi Mukiele (Sunderland) is the closest look-alike to Ruben Kluivert — a 82/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ruben Kluivert?
By Doppel's fit score, Nordi Mukiele (Sunderland) is the closest profile to Ruben Kluivert, with a 82/100 overall match. Kervin Arriaga and Danny da Costa are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ruben Kluivert?
Yes. Danny da Costa (1. FSV Mainz 05) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ruben Kluivert?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ruben Kluivert'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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