Players like Seiji Kimura
CBKVC Westerlo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSeiji Kimura's profile ↗
Seiji Kimura is a centre-back for KVC Westerlo in the Belgian Pro League, having made 21 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Kimura include Jannis Heuer from Preußen Münster, who has a fit score of 85/100, and Husniddin Aliqulov of Çaykur Rizespor, with a fit score of 82/100. Other comparable players are Nehemiah Fernandez from Nancy and Arda Kızıldağ of Gaziantep FK, both also scoring 82/100 in fit.
About Seiji Kimura
Seiji Kimura is a positional ball-playing centre-back, showcasing a notable ability to contribute offensively with a strong shot frequency, ranking in the top 21% for his position. Despite his overall Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 36% of peers, his durability stands out, having missed only 13 games over the last three seasons. While he may need to enhance his defensive metrics, his offensive output adds a unique dimension to his game, making him a reliable presence at the back.
Strengths: Shots. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Seiji Kimura
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Nehemiah Fernandezsimilar↗ | Nancy | 22 | €1.0m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Arda Kızıldağsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 28 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 86 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Seiji Kimura
≈ 100% Seiji Kimura · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Seiji Kimura · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Seiji Kimura · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Seiji Kimura?
By Doppel's fit score, Jannis Heuer (Preußen Münster) is the closest profile to Seiji Kimura, with a 85/100 overall match. Husniddin Aliqulov and Nehemiah Fernandez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Seiji Kimura?
Yes. Craig Forsyth (Derby County) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Seiji Kimura?
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