Players like Walter Kannemann
CBGrêmio · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitWalter Kannemann's profile ↗
The players most similar to Walter Kannemann are Josue Escartin, Javier Moreno, Frédéric Nsabiyumva. Doppel rates Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Javier Moreno scores 81/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Walter Kannemann is a robust, aerially dominant centre-back known for his exceptional ability to win headers and clear danger, ranking in the top 2% for aerial duels. While his overall quality places him in the lower tier of his positional peers, his experience and reliability in defensive situations are undeniable. However, his injury history, with significant time missed over the last few seasons, raises concerns about his availability.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances. Availability: 44 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Walter Kannemann
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Javier Morenosimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 26 | €200k | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Frédéric Nsabiyumvasimilar↗ | Västerås SK | 31 | €800k | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Manu Hernandosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 28 | €1.4m | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Siad Gourvillesimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €800k | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Alessandro Pio Ricciosimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €300k | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Yannis Nahounousimilar↗ | Nancy | 22 | €400k | 91 | 79 |
| 8 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 90 | 79 |
| 10 | Marco Varniersimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 28 | €500k | 89 | 77 |
| 11 | Julien Kouadiosimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 27 | €900k | 87 | 78 |
| 12 | Nicola Pietrangelisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 26 | €1.2m | 87 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Walter Kannemann
≈ 100% Walter Kannemann · medium reliability
≈ 100% Walter Kannemann · strong: Aerial duels won %, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Walter Kannemann · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Walter Kannemann?
Statistically, Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) is the closest look-alike to Walter Kannemann — a 82/100 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 Walter Kannemann?
By Doppel's fit score, Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) is the closest profile to Walter Kannemann, with a 82/100 overall match. Javier Moreno and Frédéric Nsabiyumva are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Walter Kannemann?
Yes. Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Walter Kannemann?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Walter Kannemann's 2025 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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