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 Arouca) 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 October 2026.
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Jan-Carlo Simić is an attacking-minded centre-back who thrives in contributing to his team's goal tally, evidenced by his impressive finishing and non-penalty goal stats. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 32% of his positional peers, he showcases a unique blend of defensive capabilities and offensive threat, making him a dynamic presence in the backline. His durability is notable, having missed only four games in three seasons, underscoring his reliability as a valuable asset.
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 Arouca | 26 | €1.9m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Bafodé Diakitésimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 25 | €23m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Manuel Lamasimilar↗ | Granada | 25 | €1.5m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Yoan Korésimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 22 | €600k | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Chancel Mbembasimilar↗ | Lille | 32 | €1.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 27 | €3.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 19 | €64m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Gabriele Bracagliasimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €3.6m | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Justin Hoogmasimilar↗ | Willem II Tilburg | 28 | €500k | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 87 | 83 |
| 12 | Justin De Haassimilar↗ | Valencia | 26 | €7.7m | 87 | 81 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Jan-Carlo Simić?
Statistically, Jose Fontán (FC Arouca) is the closest look-alike to Jan-Carlo Simić — a 81/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Jan-Carlo Simić?
By Doppel's fit score, Jose Fontán (FC Arouca) 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 (Amiens SC) 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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