Players like Chris Mepham
CBWest Bromwich Albion · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitChris Mepham's profile ↗
The players most similar to Chris Mepham are Leandro Cabrera, Matthew Pollock, Simon Graves. Doppel rates Leandro Cabrera (Espanyol) a 82/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Leo Greiml scores 81/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Chris Mepham is a robust, defensive centre-back known for his ability to dominate aerial duels and clearances, making him a reliable presence in the backline. With a Sofascore rating in the top 35% of his positional peers, he showcases solid defensive skills complemented by effective ball progression. However, his injury history raises concerns about consistency in availability, having missed 19 games over the past three seasons.
Strengths: Clearances, Successful dribbles, Aerial duels won. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Chris Mepham
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 2 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 88 | 81 |
| 3 | Simon Gravessimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 27 | €1.4m | 86 | 80 |
| 4 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 86 | 81 |
| 5 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 86 | 80 |
| 6 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 7 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 86 | 80 |
| 8 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 85 | 80 |
| 9 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 84 | 83 |
| 10 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 84 | 84 |
| 11 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 84 | 82 |
| 12 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Chris Mepham
≈ 100% Chris Mepham · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Chris Mepham · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Chris Mepham · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Chris Mepham?
Statistically, Leandro Cabrera (Espanyol) is the closest look-alike to Chris Mepham — a 82/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Chris Mepham?
By Doppel's fit score, Leandro Cabrera (Espanyol) is the closest profile to Chris Mepham, with a 82/100 overall match. Matthew Pollock and Simon Graves are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Chris Mepham?
Yes. Leo Greiml (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Chris Mepham?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Chris Mepham'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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