Players like Dimitris Kourbelis
CM/CDMFatih Karagümrük · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDimitris Kourbelis's profile ↗
The players most similar to Dimitris Kourbelis are Carlo Sickinger, Miguel Atienza, Jesús Bernal. Doppel rates Carlo Sickinger (SV 07 Elversberg) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Lander Olaetxea scores 78/100 at about €400k. Data as of August 2026.
About Dimitris Kourbelis
Dimitris Kourbelis is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition play with his strong tackling and interception skills, ranking in the top 22% of his peers. Despite not contributing to the scoresheet, his durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While his playmaking metrics may be lacking, his defensive prowess makes him a solid anchor in midfield, ensuring stability for his team.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Dimitris Kourbelis
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Miguel Atienzasimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 27 | €1.0m | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Jesús Bernalsimilar↗ | Racing de Ferrol | 30 | €500k | 93 | 79 |
| 4 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Anuarsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €700k | 92 | 78 |
| 6 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 29 | €600k | 92 | 80 |
| 7 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 92 | 79 |
| 8 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 33 | €400k | 92 | 78 |
| 9 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 92 | 77 |
| 10 | Alberto Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 29 | €500k | 92 | 79 |
| 11 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 26 | €1.3m | 91 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dimitris Kourbelis
≈ 100% Dimitris Kourbelis · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Dimitris Kourbelis · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Dimitris Kourbelis · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Dimitris Kourbelis?
By Doppel's fit score, Carlo Sickinger (SV 07 Elversberg) is the closest profile to Dimitris Kourbelis, with a 79/100 overall match. Miguel Atienza and Jesús Bernal are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dimitris Kourbelis?
Yes. Lander Olaetxea (Sporting Gijón) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dimitris Kourbelis?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dimitris Kourbelis's 2023/24 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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