Players like Ewoud Pletinckx
CB/RBOud-Heverlee Leuven · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEwoud Pletinckx's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ewoud Pletinckx are Jannis Heuer, Leandro Cabrera, Wagner Leonardo. Doppel rates Jannis Heuer (Preußen Münster) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 86/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Ewoud Pletinckx profiles as a versatile centre-back with an eye for goal, evidenced by his impressive scoring rate from defensive positions. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 41% of his peers, he stands out with top percentile metrics for shots and non-penalty goals, showcasing his attacking threat. However, his aerial duel success and possession won in the attacking third raise concerns. Availability has been an issue, with notable time missed due to injuries, which may affect his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Shots, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 23 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ewoud Pletinckx
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 92 | 83 |
| 3 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | David Zecsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 26 | €2.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Linus Gechtersimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 22 | €3.2m | 90 | 86 |
| 7 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 89 | 86 |
| 9 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 27 | €4.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Martin Gjonesimilar↗ | HamKam | 21 | €700k | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ewoud Pletinckx
≈ 100% Ewoud Pletinckx · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Ewoud Pletinckx · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Ewoud Pletinckx · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ewoud Pletinckx?
By Doppel's fit score, Jannis Heuer (Preußen Münster) is the closest profile to Ewoud Pletinckx, with a 83/100 overall match. Leandro Cabrera and Wagner Leonardo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ewoud Pletinckx?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ewoud Pletinckx?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ewoud Pletinckx'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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