Players like William Klaus
CBRWDM Brussels · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitWilliam Klaus's profile ↗
William Klaus is a centre-back for RWDM Brussels in the Belgian Pro League, with 16 appearances and 1 assist in the 2023/24 season. Players similar to Klaus include Kobe Cools from FCV Dender, and Lorenco Šimić of US Avellino, both with a fit score of 79/100, as well as David López from Burgos Club de Fútbol, who also has a fit score of 79/100.
About William Klaus
William Klaus is a robust, defensive centre-back known for his aerial prowess and ability to clear danger. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 47% of his positional peers, he excels in winning aerial duels and making crucial clearances, showcasing his reliability in the backline. Although his contributions in attack are limited, his durability is evident with just 16 appearances this season, making him a dependable presence for RWDM Brussels.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %.
12 players most similar to William Klaus
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kobe Coolssimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €600k | 94 | 79 |
| 2 | Lorenco Šimićsimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 30 | €700k | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Ashley Phillipssimilar↗ | Stoke City | 21 | €7.5m | 90 | 78 |
| 4 | David Lópezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 23 | €1.3m | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Bojan Kovačevićsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Seid Koraćsimilar↗ | Venezia | 25 | €1.4m | 87 | 79 |
| 9 | Nikola Katićsimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 30 | €1.9m | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match William Klaus
≈ 100% William Klaus · strong: Clearances, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Big chances created /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% William Klaus · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% William Klaus · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for William Klaus?
By Doppel's fit score, Kobe Cools (FCV Dender) is the closest profile to William Klaus, with a 79/100 overall match. Lorenco Šimić and Ashley Phillips are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to William Klaus?
Yes. Kobe Cools (FCV Dender) plays a similar centre back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to William Klaus?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from William Klaus'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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