Players like David Robert Bates
CBStandard Liège · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Robert Bates's profile ↗
The players most similar to David Robert Bates are Tiago Gabriel, Paulo Oliveira, Mattia Bani. Doppel rates Tiago Gabriel (Lecce) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Paulo Oliveira scores 83/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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David Robert Bates is a reliable ball-playing centre-back who excels in distributing the ball accurately over long distances, evidenced by his top 20% ranking in long balls per 90. With a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his positional peers, he showcases solid aerial ability and contributes to both defensive stability and goal threat. Although he has struggled with injuries, his durability this season is a positive, underscoring his capability to anchor the backline effectively.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won. Availability: 53 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to David Robert Bates
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Paulo Oliveirasimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 34 | €400k | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 92 | 88 |
| 5 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Matias Antoninisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 28 | €1.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Luton Town | 25 | €6.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Thomas Kellersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €1.3m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David Robert Bates
≈ 100% David Robert Bates · strong: Duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% David Robert Bates · strong: Clearances, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% David Robert Bates · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for David Robert Bates?
By Doppel's fit score, Tiago Gabriel (Lecce) is the closest profile to David Robert Bates, with a 87/100 overall match. Paulo Oliveira and Mattia Bani are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to David Robert Bates?
Yes. Paulo Oliveira (Sporting Braga) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to David Robert Bates?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from David Robert Bates'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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