Players like Ivan Mesík
CB/LBHeracles Almelo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIvan Mesík's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ivan Mesík are Lukas Ullrich, Marc Bola, Marvin Peersman. Doppel rates Lukas Ullrich (Borussia M'gladbach) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Peersman scores 85/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ivan Mesík is a resilient ball-playing centre-back known for his exceptional ability to clear danger, ranking in the top 3% for clearances per 90 minutes. His reliable distribution is highlighted by his strong long ball accuracy, making him a dependable presence in defense. With a solid track record of availability—missing no games over the past three seasons—he showcases durability and consistency, although he could improve his duel success rate to elevate his overall impact on the pitch.
Strengths: Clearances, Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ivan Mesík
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lukas Ullrichsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 22 | €6.2m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Marvin Peersmansimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 35 | €200k | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Louis Oppiesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 24 | €2.4m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 90 | 86 |
| 7 | Arthur Zagresimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 25 | €1.8m | 90 | 86 |
| 8 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 90 | 86 |
| 10 | Giuseppe Aureliosimilar↗ | Spezia | 26 | €700k | 90 | 88 |
| 11 | Yusuf Özdemirsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 25 | €3.1m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 89 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ivan Mesík
≈ 100% Ivan Mesík · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Ivan Mesík · strong: Aerial duels won %, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Ivan Mesík · strong: xG + xA, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ivan Mesík?
Statistically, Lukas Ullrich (Borussia M'gladbach) is the closest look-alike to Ivan Mesík — a 85/100 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 Ivan Mesík?
By Doppel's fit score, Lukas Ullrich (Borussia M'gladbach) is the closest profile to Ivan Mesík, with a 85/100 overall match. Marc Bola and Marvin Peersman are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ivan Mesík?
Yes. Marvin Peersman (SC Telstar) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ivan Mesík?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ivan Mesík'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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