Players like Sem Scheperman
CM/CDMHeracles Almelo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSem Scheperman's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sem Scheperman are Eric Martel, Philipp Sander, Tomáš Souček. Doppel rates Eric Martel (1. FC Köln) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Miguel Atienza scores 79/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Sem Scheperman is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up play and providing defensive cover. His elite tackling and intercepting abilities place him in the top 2% of his peers, showcasing his capacity to disrupt opposition attacks effectively. While he has faced some injury challenges in his career, his overall contributions make him a solid presence in midfield, embodying the resilience and tenacity that teams need in a defensive anchor.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Clearances, Aerial duels won. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sem Scheperman
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Martelsimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 24 | €8.2m | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Alessandro Sersantisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €1.9m | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 92 | 79 |
| 6 | Miguel Atienzasimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 27 | €1.0m | 92 | 79 |
| 7 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 26 | €1.3m | 91 | 79 |
| 8 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 90 | 79 |
| 10 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 26 | €400k | 90 | 78 |
| 11 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sem Scheperman
≈ 100% Sem Scheperman · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Sem Scheperman · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Sem Scheperman · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sem Scheperman?
Statistically, Eric Martel (1. FC Köln) is the closest look-alike to Sem Scheperman — a 79/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Sem Scheperman?
By Doppel's fit score, Eric Martel (1. FC Köln) is the closest profile to Sem Scheperman, with a 79/100 overall match. Philipp Sander and Tomáš Souček are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sem Scheperman?
Yes. Miguel Atienza (Burgos Club de Fútbol) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sem Scheperman?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sem Scheperman's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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