Players like Ross Sykes
CB/RB/LBRoyale Union Saint-Gilloise · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRoss Sykes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ross Sykes are Danny Bakker, Dean Huijsen, Maik Nawrocki. Doppel rates Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny Bakker scores 86/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ross Sykes is an aggressive, goal-scoring centre-back with a knack for aerial dominance, making him a formidable presence in both defensive and attacking set-pieces. With a Sofascore rating in the top 5% of his positional peers, he consistently showcases his quality through impressive shot volume and non-penalty goals. However, his injury history has seen him miss significant time, which could impact his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Shots, Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ross Sykes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €1.4m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €46m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ross Sykes
≈ 100% Ross Sykes · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ross Sykes · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Ross Sykes · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ross Sykes?
Statistically, Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is the closest look-alike to Ross Sykes — a 86/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ross Sykes?
By Doppel's fit score, Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is the closest profile to Ross Sykes, with a 86/100 overall match. Dean Huijsen and Maik Nawrocki are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ross Sykes?
Yes. Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ross Sykes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ross Sykes'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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