Players like Elias Cobbaut
CB/LBKV Mechelen · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitElias Cobbaut's profile ↗
The players most similar to Elias Cobbaut are Dies Janse, Odin Luras Bjørtuft, Harry Darling. Doppel rates Dies Janse (AFC Ajax) a 84/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nick Viergever scores 82/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Elias Cobbaut is a ball-playing centre-back who excels in distribution, showcasing an impressive ability to deliver accurate long balls and final-third passes. His top 10% Sofascore rating highlights his elite quality, making him a key asset in building play from the back. While he brings offensive contributions with his goals and assists, his struggle in defensive duels may raise concerns. Despite some injury setbacks over the past seasons, his reliability on the pitch this term, with 30 appearances, underscores his importance to KV Mechelen.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 69 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Elias Cobbaut
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Pietro Ceccaronisimilar↗ | Palermo | 31 | €1.5m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 37 | €300k | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Joachim Soltvedtsimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Elias Cobbaut
≈ 100% Elias Cobbaut · strong: Sofascore rating, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Elias Cobbaut · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Elias Cobbaut · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Elias Cobbaut?
Statistically, Dies Janse (AFC Ajax) is the closest look-alike to Elias Cobbaut — a 84/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Elias Cobbaut?
By Doppel's fit score, Dies Janse (AFC Ajax) is the closest profile to Elias Cobbaut, with a 84/100 overall match. Odin Luras Bjørtuft and Harry Darling are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Elias Cobbaut?
Yes. Nick Viergever (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Elias Cobbaut?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Elias Cobbaut's 2023/24 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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