Players like David Sousa
CB/LBCasa Pia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Sousa's profile ↗
The players most similar to David Sousa are Emmanuel Kakou, Kike Salas, Alberto Dossena. 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 October 2026.
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David Sousa is a tenacious, defensive-minded centre-back who excels in aerial duels and clearing threats. His top percentile rankings in clearances and tackles highlight his ability to disrupt the opposition's play effectively. While his overall quality may not stand out, his durability is a significant asset, having missed only four games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in defense.
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 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Keven Schlotterbecksimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 29 | €5.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Dominik Kohrsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 32 | €1.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 87 | 84 |
* 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, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% David Sousa · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to David Sousa?
Statistically, Emmanuel Kakou (Cercle Brugge) is the closest look-alike to David Sousa — a 84/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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. Kike Salas and Alberto Dossena 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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