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 September 2026.
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Ben Johnson is a tenacious full-back with a strong defensive presence, excelling in tackles and interceptions while also creating big chances for his teammates. Despite his overall quality ranking in the bottom 8% among positional peers, his durability shines through with no missed games in three seasons. Johnson's ability to win duels and clearances adds to his reliability, making him a valuable asset in both defensive duties and supporting the attack.
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↗ | Stoke City | 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 | Kyriani Sabbesimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 21 | €7.7m | 85 | 83 |
| 10 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 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 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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