Players like Simon Graves
CBPEC Zwolle · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSimon Graves's profile ↗
The players most similar to Simon Graves are Casper Widell, Pascal Struijk, Matthew Pollock. Doppel rates Casper Widell (Excelsior) a 86/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rio Hillen scores 84/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Simon Graves is a robust, defensive centre-back whose game revolves around his exceptional ability to clear danger, ranking in the top 3% among his peers. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 29%, he may not be the flashiest option, but his durability is a key asset, having missed just four games in three seasons. While he may lack in offensive contributions, his primary strength lies in his defensive reliability and ability to thwart opposing attacks.
Strengths: Clearances. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Simon Graves
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Pascal Struijksimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €23m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Ronnie Edwardssimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €5.3m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 89 | 87 |
| 6 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Clément Lengletsimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 31 | €4.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Simon Graves
≈ 100% Simon Graves · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Simon Graves · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Simon Graves · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Simon Graves?
Statistically, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest look-alike to Simon Graves — a 86/100 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 Simon Graves?
By Doppel's fit score, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest profile to Simon Graves, with a 86/100 overall match. Pascal Struijk and Matthew Pollock are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Simon Graves?
Yes. Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Simon Graves?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Simon Graves'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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