Players like Max Kilman
CB/RBWest Ham United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMax Kilman's profile ↗
The players most similar to Max Kilman are Gabriel Otegbayo, Casper Widell, Alec Van Hoorenbeeck. Doppel rates Gabriel Otegbayo (Sheffield Wednesday) a 79/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Alec Van Hoorenbeeck scores 80/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Max Kilman is a reliable ball-playing centre-back, showcasing exceptional accuracy in long passes and strong aerial presence. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 46% of his peers, he may not be among the elite, but his durability shines through with no games missed in the past three seasons. His impressive touches and clearance stats highlight his ability to contribute defensively while maintaining composure on the ball, making him a dependable option in both defensive and build-up phases.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Touches, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Max Kilman
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gabriel Otegbayosimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 21 | €900k | 91 | 79 |
| 2 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 3 | Alec Van Hoorenbeecksimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 28 | €600k | 88 | 80 |
| 4 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 25 | €3.1m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Brayan Medinasimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €2.7m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 86 | 79 |
| 10 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 85 | 80 |
| 12 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Max Kilman
≈ 100% Max Kilman · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Max Kilman · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Max Kilman · strong: Clearances, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Max Kilman?
By Doppel's fit score, Gabriel Otegbayo (Sheffield Wednesday) is the closest profile to Max Kilman, with a 79/100 overall match. Casper Widell and Alec Van Hoorenbeeck are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Max Kilman?
Yes. Alec Van Hoorenbeeck (Heracles Almelo) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Max Kilman?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Max Kilman'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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