Players like Jan-Carlo Simić
CBRSC Anderlecht · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJan-Carlo Simić's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jan-Carlo Simić are Jose Fontán, Bafodé Diakité, Manuel Lama. Doppel rates Jose Fontán (FC Cartagena) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yoan Koré scores 81/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Jan-Carlo Simić is an attacking-minded centre-back, showcasing an impressive ability to contribute offensively with his top-tier finishing and goal-scoring ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 32% of his positional peers, he stands out for his durability, having missed only four games in three seasons. While his defensive metrics may not be elite, Simić's strength lies in his ability to drive forward and add a unique attacking dimension from the back, making him a valuable asset for any team.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Successful dribbles. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jan-Carlo Simić
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jose Fontánsimilar↗ | FC Cartagena | 26 | €1.9m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Bafodé Diakitésimilar↗ | Lille | 25 | €23m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Manuel Lamasimilar↗ | Granada | 25 | €1.5m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Yoan Korésimilar↗ | Paris FC | 22 | €600k | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Chancel Mbembasimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 32 | €1.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 19 | €64m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Gabriele Bracagliasimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €3.6m | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 87 | 83 |
| 11 | Justin De Haassimilar↗ | Famalicão | 26 | €7.7m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jan-Carlo Simić
≈ 100% Jan-Carlo Simić · strong: Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Jan-Carlo Simić · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Jan-Carlo Simić · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jan-Carlo Simić?
By Doppel's fit score, Jose Fontán (FC Cartagena) is the closest profile to Jan-Carlo Simić, with a 81/100 overall match. Bafodé Diakité and Manuel Lama are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jan-Carlo Simić?
Yes. Yoan Koré (Paris FC) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jan-Carlo Simić?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jan-Carlo Simić's 2024/25 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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