Players like Christian Burgess
CBRoyale Union Saint-Gilloise · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitChristian Burgess's profile ↗
The players most similar to Christian Burgess are Mike Van der Hoorn, Leo Greiml, Antonio Raíllo. Doppel rates Mike Van der Hoorn (FC Utrecht) a 86/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mike Van der Hoorn scores 86/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Christian Burgess is a commanding ball-playing centre-back, excelling in distribution and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 5% of his peers, he showcases exceptional accuracy in long passes and a strong presence in duels. His reliability is underscored by minimal absences, making him a durable asset at the back. While finishing isn't his forte, his primary role is well-defined, allowing him to thrive defensively and contribute effectively to build-up play.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Christian Burgess
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Antonio Raíllosimilar↗ | Mallorca | 35 | €1.1m | 94 | 82 |
| 4 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Matej Maglicasimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 28 | €1.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 8 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 24 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Taylor Harwood-Bellissimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €22m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Christian Burgess
≈ 100% Christian Burgess · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Christian Burgess · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Christian Burgess · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Christian Burgess?
Statistically, Mike Van der Hoorn (FC Utrecht) is the closest look-alike to Christian Burgess — a 86/100 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 Christian Burgess?
By Doppel's fit score, Mike Van der Hoorn (FC Utrecht) is the closest profile to Christian Burgess, with a 86/100 overall match. Leo Greiml and Antonio Raíllo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Christian Burgess?
Yes. Mike Van der Hoorn (FC Utrecht) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Christian Burgess?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Christian Burgess'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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