Players like Ben Johnson
RB/LBIpswich Town · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBen Johnson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ben Johnson are David Hrnčár, Tiago Esgaio, Puma Rodríguez. Doppel rates David Hrnčár (FCV Dender) a 88/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, David Hrnčár scores 88/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ben Johnson is a hardworking, defensively astute full-back with a knack for contributing offensively. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 8% of his peers, he excels in creating big chances and winning duels, showcasing his ability to impact both ends of the pitch. His durability is a major asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, solidifying his reliability in the squad.
Strengths: Big chances created, Tackles + interceptions, Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
10 players most similar to Ben Johnson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Hrnčársimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €500k | 92 | 88 |
| 2 | Tiago Esgaiosimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 31 | €1.0m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Puma Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Vasco da Gama | 29 | €1.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Ki-Jana Hoeversimilar↗ | AC Sparta Praha | 24 | €3.3m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Felix Keidelsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 23 | €1.2m | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Tom Strannegårdsimilar↗ | IK Start | 24 | €600k | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Joe Wardsimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €600k | 86 | 82 |
| 8 | Anton Gaaeisimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €4.8m | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 85 | 83 |
| 10 | Kyriani Sabbesimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 21 | €7.7m | 85 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ben Johnson
≈ 100% Ben Johnson · strong: Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Ben Johnson · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Ben Johnson · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ben Johnson?
Statistically, David Hrnčár (FCV Dender) is the closest look-alike to Ben Johnson — a 88/100 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 Ben Johnson?
By Doppel's fit score, David Hrnčár (FCV Dender) is the closest profile to Ben Johnson, with a 88/100 overall match. Tiago Esgaio and Puma Rodríguez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ben Johnson?
Yes. David Hrnčár (FCV Dender) plays a similar right back role and rates 88/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ben Johnson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ben Johnson's 2025/26 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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