Players like Žan Žužek
CBBari · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitŽan Žužek's profile ↗
The players most similar to Žan Žužek are Ewoud Pletinckx, Jannis Heuer, Max Geschwill. Doppel rates Ewoud Pletinckx (Oud-Heverlee Leuven) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Miguel Nóbrega scores 84/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Žan Žužek is a goal-scoring centre-back known for his ability to contribute offensively, showcasing impressive finishing skills and a knack for getting on the scoresheet. While his overall quality places him in the lower tier among his positional peers, his durability is a standout attribute, with only one game missed in three seasons. However, he may struggle with aerial duels, which is crucial for a defender.
Strengths: Shots, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Žan Žužek
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ewoud Pletinckxsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 26 | €1.7m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Max Geschwillsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 25 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 89 | 83 |
| 6 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 86 |
| 11 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 88 | 85 |
| 12 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Žan Žužek
≈ 100% Žan Žužek · strong: Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90
≈ 100% Žan Žužek · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Žan Žužek · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Žan Žužek?
By Doppel's fit score, Ewoud Pletinckx (Oud-Heverlee Leuven) is the closest profile to Žan Žužek, with a 83/100 overall match. Jannis Heuer and Max Geschwill are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Žan Žužek?
Yes. Miguel Nóbrega (Rio Ave) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Žan Žužek?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Žan Žužek'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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