Players like Julius Dirksen
CBGo Ahead Eagles · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJulius Dirksen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Julius Dirksen are Rufai Mohammed, Ko Itakura, Luka Vušković. Doppel rates Rufai Mohammed (IF Elfsborg) a 81/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rufai Mohammed scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Julius Dirksen is an attacking centre-back with a knack for contributing offensively, showcasing elite finishing and an impressive ability to complete successful dribbles. With a Sofascore rating in the top 23% of his peers, he stands out for his goal-scoring prowess, netting two goals in just 18 appearances this season. While his defensive metrics are solid, he could improve his possession win rate in the attacking third, but his reliability on the pitch is evident with only seven games missed over the last three seasons.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Julius Dirksen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rufai Mohammedsimilar↗ | IF Elfsborg | 20 | €300k | 95 | 81 |
| 2 | Ko Itakurasimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 29 | €8.4m | 89 | 79 |
| 3 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 19 | €64m | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Matt Dohertysimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 34 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
| 5 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 85 | 81 |
| 6 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 85 | 80 |
| 7 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 85 | 80 |
| 8 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 85 | 79 |
| 9 | Siebe Horemanssimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 28 | €2.9m | 84 | 81 |
| 10 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 84 | 83 |
| 11 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 84 | 79 |
| 12 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 84 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Julius Dirksen
≈ 100% Julius Dirksen · strong: Aerial duels won %, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Successful dribbles /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Julius Dirksen · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Julius Dirksen · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Julius Dirksen?
Statistically, Rufai Mohammed (IF Elfsborg) is the closest look-alike to Julius Dirksen — a 81/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Julius Dirksen?
By Doppel's fit score, Rufai Mohammed (IF Elfsborg) is the closest profile to Julius Dirksen, with a 81/100 overall match. Ko Itakura and Luka Vušković are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Julius Dirksen?
Yes. Rufai Mohammed (IF Elfsborg) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Julius Dirksen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Julius Dirksen'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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