Players like Ulisses
CBCD Nacional · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitUlisses's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ulisses are Samson Baidoo, Emmanuel Kakou, Nikolai Soyset Hopland. Doppel rates Samson Baidoo (RC Lens) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Tristan Gooijer scores 82/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of July 2026.
About Ulisses
Ulisses is an aggressive, goal-scoring centre-back with a knack for driving forward and contributing in attack. His impressive metrics in successful dribbles and non-penalty goals highlight his unique ability to influence the game beyond defensive duties, making him a standout in the top 36% of his peers. However, his injury history raises concerns about long-term availability, which could hinder his impact on the pitch.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Shots, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ulisses
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samson Baidoosimilar↗ | RC Lens | 22 | €26m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Jon Martinsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 20 | €24m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Tristan Gooijersimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €1.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Strahinja Pavlovićsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €38m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ulisses
≈ 100% Ulisses · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Ulisses · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Ulisses · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ulisses?
By Doppel's fit score, Samson Baidoo (RC Lens) is the closest profile to Ulisses, with a 81/100 overall match. Emmanuel Kakou and Nikolai Soyset Hopland are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ulisses?
Yes. Tristan Gooijer (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ulisses?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ulisses's 2024/25 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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