Players like Jakob Kiilerich
CBMjällby AIF · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJakob Kiilerich's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jakob Kiilerich are Robin Hranáč, Simon Graves, Daan Dierckx. Doppel rates Robin Hranáč (TSG Hoffenheim) a 84/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Alec Van Hoorenbeeck scores 81/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Jakob Kiilerich is a robust, defensive centre-back known for his aerial prowess and ability to clear danger, ranking in the top 15% for clearances and top 17% for aerial duels among his peers. While his overall Sofascore rating places him in the bottom 44%, his reliability on the pitch is noteworthy, having missed only 8 games in the last three seasons. Focused on defensive duties, he may not contribute offensively, but his presence is felt in the backline where he excels at maintaining defensive solidity.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jakob Kiilerich
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robin Hranáčsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €11m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Simon Gravessimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 27 | €1.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Daan Dierckxsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 23 | €1.5m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Felix Uduokhaisimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 29 | €3.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Alec Van Hoorenbeecksimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 28 | €600k | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 28 | €14m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 87 | 83 |
| 12 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jakob Kiilerich
≈ 100% Jakob Kiilerich · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Jakob Kiilerich · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Jakob Kiilerich · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jakob Kiilerich?
By Doppel's fit score, Robin Hranáč (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest profile to Jakob Kiilerich, with a 84/100 overall match. Simon Graves and Daan Dierckx are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jakob Kiilerich?
Yes. Alec Van Hoorenbeeck (Heracles Almelo) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jakob Kiilerich?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jakob Kiilerich'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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