Players like Thomas Keller
CB/CMSG Dynamo Dresden · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitThomas Keller's profile ↗
The players most similar to Thomas Keller are Andrea Tiritiello, Gustavo Henrique, Henrik Sælebakke Falchener. Doppel rates Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Espen Bjørnsen Garnås scores 79/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Thomas Keller is a robust, goal-scoring centre-back with a knack for contributing offensively, evident in his impressive non-penalty goal tally. His defensive prowess shines through with top-tier clearances and aerial duels won, showcasing his ability to dominate the backline. While he has struggled with injuries, making him less available than desired, his solid Sofascore rating places him in the top 16% of his positional peers, marking him as a valuable asset when fit.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Clearances, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 52 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thomas Keller
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 94 | 81 |
| 3 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 94 | 80 |
| 4 | Espen Bjørnsen Garnåssimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 32 | €300k | 93 | 79 |
| 5 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 93 | 80 |
| 6 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Genoa | 24 | €15m | 93 | 79 |
| 7 | Francesco Folinosimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €900k | 92 | 80 |
| 8 | Cacásimilar↗ | Corinthians | 27 | €1.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 92 | 81 |
| 10 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 91 | 80 |
| 11 | Gustavo Martinssimilar↗ | Grêmio | 24 | €4.1m | 91 | 79 |
| 12 | Nicola Pietrangelisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 26 | €1.2m | 91 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thomas Keller
≈ 100% Thomas Keller · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Thomas Keller · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Thomas Keller · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Thomas Keller?
By Doppel's fit score, Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) is the closest profile to Thomas Keller, with a 86/100 overall match. Gustavo Henrique and Henrik Sælebakke Falchener are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thomas Keller?
Yes. Espen Bjørnsen Garnås (Lillestrøm SK) plays a similar centre back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thomas Keller?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thomas Keller'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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