Players like Kobe Cools
CBFCV Dender · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKobe Cools's profile ↗
The players most similar to Kobe Cools are Nikola Katić, Adil Demirbağ, Mark McGuinness. Doppel rates Nikola Katić (FC Schalke 04) a 83/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Lloyd Jones scores 83/100 at about €1.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Kobe Cools is a robust, defensive centre-back known for his commanding presence and aerial prowess. With a top 22% Sofascore rating among his peers, he excels in clearances and winning aerial duels, showcasing his ability to dominate defensive situations. While his passing accuracy in the final third could improve, his reliability and durability are evident, having missed only 12 games in the last three seasons. Cools is a dependable defensive stalwart, crucial for any backline.
Strengths: Clearances, Big chances created, Aerial duels won. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kobe Cools
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nikola Katićsimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 30 | €1.9m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 91 | 87 |
| 5 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 91 | 87 |
| 9 | Patrick Mainkasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 32 | €2.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Patrick Nkoasimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 27 | €700k | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kobe Cools
≈ 100% Kobe Cools · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Kobe Cools · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Kobe Cools · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Kobe Cools?
Statistically, Nikola Katić (FC Schalke 04) is the closest look-alike to Kobe Cools — a 83/100 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 Kobe Cools?
By Doppel's fit score, Nikola Katić (FC Schalke 04) is the closest profile to Kobe Cools, with a 83/100 overall match. Adil Demirbağ and Mark McGuinness are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kobe Cools?
Yes. Lloyd Jones (Charlton Athletic) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kobe Cools?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kobe Cools'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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