Players like Jan Král
CBKAS Eupen · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitJan Král's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jan Král are Danny Bakker, Fabian Schär, Emin Bayram. Doppel rates Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) a 87/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny Bakker scores 87/100 at about €500k. Data as of July 2026.
About Jan Král
Jan Král is an aggressive, goal-scoring centre-back who excels in aerial duels and contributes offensively, showcasing a rare ability to find the net for his position. Despite being rated in the bottom tier of his peers, his impressive metrics in shots and expected goals highlight his potential impact in set-piece situations. With a solid track record of availability, missing only 12 games in the last three seasons, Král remains a durable presence in defensive ranks.
Strengths: Shots, xG + xA, Aerial duels won. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jan Král
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 92 | 88 |
| 4 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 5 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Federico Gattisimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jan Král
≈ 100% Jan Král · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Jan Král · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Jan Král · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jan Král?
By Doppel's fit score, Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is the closest profile to Jan Král, with a 87/100 overall match. Fabian Schär and Emin Bayram are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jan Král?
Yes. Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) plays a similar centre back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jan Král?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jan Král'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.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →