Players like Jakob Kiilerich
CBSV Zulte Waregem · 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 October 2026.
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Jakob Kiilerich is a reliable, defensive rock, excelling as a positional ball-playing centre-back. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 44% of his peers, he showcases impressive defensive metrics, particularly in clearances and aerial duels, ranking in the top 15% and 17%, respectively. His durability is a plus, having missed only eight games over the last three seasons, though his contributions in attack remain minimal, which is typical for his role.
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 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Alec Van Hoorenbeecksimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 28 | €600k | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | Lazio | 28 | €14m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 87 | 83 |
| 11 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 86 | 83 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Jakob Kiilerich?
Statistically, Robin Hranáč (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest look-alike to Jakob Kiilerich — 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 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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