Players like Johan Hove
CMAIK · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJohan Hove's profile ↗
The players most similar to Johan Hove are Thomas Claes, Sydie Peck, Bruno Henrique. Doppel rates Thomas Claes (SV Zulte Waregem) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bruno Henrique scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Johan Hove is a robust central midfielder, excelling as a defensive anchor who disrupts opposition play with impressive clearance stats. His Sofascore rating places him in the top 27% of his peers, showcasing his overall quality and reliability on the pitch. With a remarkable track record of durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, Hove consistently contributes defensively while also providing a threat with his shooting ability, although finishing remains an area for potential improvement.
Strengths: Shots, Clearances, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Johan Hove
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thomas Claessimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 22 | €1.5m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Johan Hove
≈ 100% Johan Hove · strong: Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Johan Hove · strong: Aerial duels won, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Johan Hove · strong: Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Johan Hove?
Statistically, Thomas Claes (SV Zulte Waregem) is the closest look-alike to Johan Hove — a 83/100 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 Johan Hove?
By Doppel's fit score, Thomas Claes (SV Zulte Waregem) is the closest profile to Johan Hove, with a 83/100 overall match. Sydie Peck and Bruno Henrique are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Johan Hove?
Yes. Bruno Henrique (Internacional) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Johan Hove?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Johan Hove's 2024/25 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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