Players like Santiago Bueno
CBWolverhampton · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSantiago Bueno's profile ↗
The players most similar to Santiago Bueno are Konstantinos Koulierakis, Justin Hubner, Leo Østigård. Doppel rates Konstantinos Koulierakis (VfL Wolfsburg) a 86/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mike Van der Hoorn scores 83/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Santiago Bueno is a goal-scoring centre-back with a knack for contributing offensively, showcasing elite finishing and impressive non-penalty goal metrics. Despite a Sofascore rating that places him in the bottom 18% among his peers, his durability stands out, having missed only five games in three seasons. While his defensive metrics reflect a solid but unspectacular profile, his ability to chip in with goals makes him a unique asset in set-piece situations and attacking transitions.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Santiago Bueno
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 88 |
| 3 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 24 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Dominik Kohrsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 32 | €1.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €1.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Albian Hajdarisimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €24m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | Lazio | 28 | €14m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Max Geschwillsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 25 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 88 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Santiago Bueno
≈ 100% Santiago Bueno · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Santiago Bueno · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Santiago Bueno · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Santiago Bueno?
Statistically, Konstantinos Koulierakis (VfL Wolfsburg) is the closest look-alike to Santiago Bueno — a 86/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Santiago Bueno?
By Doppel's fit score, Konstantinos Koulierakis (VfL Wolfsburg) is the closest profile to Santiago Bueno, with a 86/100 overall match. Justin Hubner and Leo Østigård are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Santiago Bueno?
Yes. Mike Van der Hoorn (FC Utrecht) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Santiago Bueno?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Santiago Bueno'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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