Players like Koki Machida
CB/LB/RBTSG Hoffenheim · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitKoki Machida's profile ↗
The players most similar to Koki Machida are Márton Dárdai, Leo Greiml, Ilario Monterisi. Doppel rates Márton Dárdai (Hertha BSC) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Craig Forsyth scores 81/100 at about €100k. Data as of September 2026.
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Koki Machida is a reliable defensive stalwart, excelling as a centre-back with strong aerial prowess, ranking in the top 30% among his peers. His ability to dominate aerial duels makes him a formidable presence in both defensive and set-piece situations. However, his injury history raises concerns about consistency, as he has missed significant time over the past few seasons. Despite this, his overall quality and durability when fit mark him as a valuable asset in any defensive lineup.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won. Availability: 37 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Koki Machida
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Márton Dárdaisimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 24 | €2.6m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Ilario Monterisisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €2.7m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Michael Venturisimilar↗ | Cosenza | 27 | €300k | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Bryant Nielingsimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.4m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Koki Machida
≈ 100% Koki Machida · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Koki Machida · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Koki Machida · strong: Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Koki Machida?
By Doppel's fit score, Márton Dárdai (Hertha BSC) is the closest profile to Koki Machida, with a 81/100 overall match. Leo Greiml and Ilario Monterisi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Koki Machida?
Yes. Craig Forsyth (Derby County) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Koki Machida?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Koki Machida's 2024/25 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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