Players like Damian van Bruggen
CBAlmere City FC · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDamian van Bruggen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Damian van Bruggen are John Donald, Loni Laurent, Alberto Rodríguez. Doppel rates John Donald (Elche) a 78/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Josue Escartin scores 78/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Damian van Bruggen is a robust aerial defender with a knack for winning duels, making him a strong presence in the backline. Despite struggling with overall performance metrics, he excels in aerial challenges and regaining possession in the attacking third, showcasing his defensive prowess. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, having missed significant time over the past few seasons.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 34 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Damian van Bruggen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Donaldsimilar↗ | Elche | 26 | €1.0m | 90 | 78 |
| 2 | Loni Laurentsimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 25 | €800k | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Alberto Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 29 | €500k | 89 | 77 |
| 4 | Siad Gourvillesimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Louis Breunigsimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 23 | €1.0m | 87 | 79 |
| 6 | Fabio Ruggerisimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €1.3m | 87 | 78 |
| 7 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 86 | 78 |
| 8 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 86 | 78 |
| 9 | Rodri Suárezsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 24 | €500k | 85 | 78 |
| 10 | Neville Nwankwosimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 24 | €800k | 85 | 78 |
| 11 | Kevin Ehlerssimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 25 | €1.0m | 85 | 77 |
| 12 | Lennard Maloneysimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 27 | €2.6m | 84 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Damian van Bruggen
≈ 100% Damian van Bruggen · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Damian van Bruggen · strong: Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Damian van Bruggen · strong: Possession won in att. third, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Damian van Bruggen?
Statistically, John Donald (Elche) is the closest look-alike to Damian van Bruggen — a 78/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Damian van Bruggen?
By Doppel's fit score, John Donald (Elche) is the closest profile to Damian van Bruggen, with a 78/100 overall match. Loni Laurent and Alberto Rodríguez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Damian van Bruggen?
Yes. Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) plays a similar centre back role and rates 78/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Damian van Bruggen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Damian van Bruggen's 2023/24 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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