Players like Ruben Kluivert
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The players most similar to Ruben Kluivert are Matt Doherty, Nordi Mukiele, Kervin Arriaga. Doppel rates Matt Doherty (Wolverhampton) a 82/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matt Doherty scores 82/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Ruben Kluivert profiles as a goal-scoring centre-back with a knack for finishing, showcasing impressive aerial prowess. Despite his Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom tier of his positional peers, his ability to find the net and win duels highlights a unique threat from set-pieces. However, his injury history raises concerns about his reliability on the pitch, making consistency a key area for improvement.
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 | Matt Dohertysimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 34 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 2 | Nordi Mukielesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 29 | €15m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 25 | €1.4m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Dominik Kohrsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 32 | €1.9m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Rasmus Kristensensimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 29 | €11m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 87 | 84 |
* 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, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 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
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ruben Kluivert?
By Doppel's fit score, Matt Doherty (Wolverhampton) is the closest profile to Ruben Kluivert, with a 82/100 overall match. Nordi Mukiele and Kervin Arriaga are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ruben Kluivert?
Yes. Matt Doherty (Wolverhampton) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.0m.
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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