Players like Ahmetcan Kaplan
CBNEC Nijmegen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAhmetcan Kaplan's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ahmetcan Kaplan are Bernardo, Anouar El Azzouzi, Giorgio Scalvini. Doppel rates Bernardo (TSG Hoffenheim) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Syb Van Ottele scores 86/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ahmetcan Kaplan is a tenacious, front-foot centre-back known for his exceptional dueling ability and defensive presence. With a Sofascore rating in the top 37% of his peers, he dominates aerial and ground battles, winning duels in the top 2% while showcasing impressive ball recovery skills in the attacking third. His durability is notable, having missed only 16 games in three seasons, making him a reliable asset in defense. While not a prolific contributor in attack, his defensive prowess sets him apart as a key player for NEC Nijmegen.
Strengths: Duels won, Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ahmetcan Kaplan
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bernardosimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 31 | €3.7m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 94 | 88 |
| 3 | Giorgio Scalvinisimilar↗ | Atalanta | 23 | €37m | 94 | 84 |
| 4 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Strahinja Pavlovićsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €38m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | James Tarkowskisimilar↗ | Everton | 34 | €5.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ahmetcan Kaplan
≈ 100% Ahmetcan Kaplan · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Ahmetcan Kaplan · strong: Possession won in att. third, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ahmetcan Kaplan · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ahmetcan Kaplan?
Statistically, Bernardo (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest look-alike to Ahmetcan Kaplan — a 84/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ahmetcan Kaplan?
By Doppel's fit score, Bernardo (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest profile to Ahmetcan Kaplan, with a 84/100 overall match. Anouar El Azzouzi and Giorgio Scalvini are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ahmetcan Kaplan?
Yes. Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ahmetcan Kaplan?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ahmetcan Kaplan'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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