Players like Daan Dierckx
CBStandard Liège · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaan Dierckx's profile ↗
The players most similar to Daan Dierckx are Robin Hranáč, Timo Hübers, Maximilian Großer. Doppel rates Robin Hranáč (TSG Hoffenheim) a 84/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maximilian Großer scores 87/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Daan Dierckx is a dominant aerial centre-back, excelling in defensive duels and clearances, making him a formidable presence in the box. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 33% of his positional peers, highlighting his overall quality. With only a few games missed over the last three seasons, he proves to be a reliable figure in defence, though his offensive contributions remain limited. Dierckx's strength in the air and defensive solidity make him a key asset for any backline.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Shots, Clearances. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Daan Dierckx
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robin Hranáčsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €11m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 91 | 87 |
| 4 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 86 |
| 6 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Gustavo Gómezsimilar↗ | Palmeiras | 33 | €3.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | Lazio | 28 | €14m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daan Dierckx
≈ 100% Daan Dierckx · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Daan Dierckx · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Daan Dierckx · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Daan Dierckx?
Statistically, Robin Hranáč (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest look-alike to Daan Dierckx — a 84/100 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 Daan Dierckx?
By Doppel's fit score, Robin Hranáč (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest profile to Daan Dierckx, with a 84/100 overall match. Timo Hübers and Maximilian Großer are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Daan Dierckx?
Yes. Maximilian Großer (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar centre back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Daan Dierckx?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Daan Dierckx'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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