Players like David Sousa
CB/LBRWDM Brussels · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Sousa's profile ↗
The players most similar to David Sousa are Emmanuel Kakou, Felix Uduokhai, Kike Salas. Doppel rates Emmanuel Kakou (Cercle Brugge) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Leo Greiml scores 80/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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David Sousa is a robust, defensive-minded centre-back who excels in aerial duels and making crucial clearances. His impressive statistics in tackles and interceptions highlight his ability to disrupt opposition attacks effectively, making him a reliable presence in the backline. While his overall quality ranks lower among peers, his durability and consistent performances over 26 matches this season showcase his reliability as a defensive stalwart.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to David Sousa
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Felix Uduokhaisimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 29 | €3.2m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Keven Schlotterbecksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 29 | €5.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Dominik Kohrsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 32 | €1.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David Sousa
≈ 100% David Sousa · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% David Sousa · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% David Sousa · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for David Sousa?
By Doppel's fit score, Emmanuel Kakou (Cercle Brugge) is the closest profile to David Sousa, with a 84/100 overall match. Felix Uduokhai and Kike Salas are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to David Sousa?
Yes. Leo Greiml (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to David Sousa?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from David Sousa'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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