Players like Max Bruns
CBFC Twente · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMax Bruns's profile ↗
The players most similar to Max Bruns are Nikolai Soyset Hopland, Chancel Mbemba, Justin Hoogma. Doppel rates Nikolai Soyset Hopland (SC Heerenveen) a 84/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Justin Hoogma scores 82/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Max Bruns is a ball-playing centre-back who excels in his passing and ball distribution, evidenced by his top 23% for touches per 90 minutes. Despite his overall quality ranking in the bottom 48% among peers, he showcases a reliable presence in build-up play. However, his aerial duels could use improvement, and his injury history raises concerns about his availability. With 23 appearances this season, Bruns remains a player to watch as he develops further in his defensive capabilities.
Strengths: Touches. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Max Bruns
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Chancel Mbembasimilar↗ | Lille | 32 | €1.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 3 | Justin Hoogmasimilar↗ | Willem II Tilburg | 28 | €500k | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Justin De Haassimilar↗ | Valencia | 26 | €7.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Emre Cansimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 32 | €3.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Strahinja Pavlovićsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €38m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Jarell Quansahsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 23 | €48m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Max Bruns
≈ 100% Max Bruns · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Max Bruns · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Max Bruns · strong: Accurate long balls, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Max Bruns?
Statistically, Nikolai Soyset Hopland (SC Heerenveen) is the closest look-alike to Max Bruns — a 84/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Max Bruns?
By Doppel's fit score, Nikolai Soyset Hopland (SC Heerenveen) is the closest profile to Max Bruns, with a 84/100 overall match. Chancel Mbemba and Justin Hoogma are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Max Bruns?
Yes. Justin Hoogma (Willem II Tilburg) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Max Bruns?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Max Bruns'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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