Players like José Copete
CBValencia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJosé Copete's profile ↗
The players most similar to José Copete are Rio Hillen, Kevin Diks, Ben Godfrey. Doppel rates Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rio Hillen scores 87/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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José Copete is a robust, defensive-minded centre-back who excels in breaking up opposition plays and clearing danger. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 22% of his peers, he's not among the elite but showcases solid defensive instincts, ranking in the top 7% for clearances and top 13% for winning possession in the attacking third. His durability is a plus, having missed only 16 games over the last three seasons, making him a reliable option in the backline.
Strengths: Clearances, Possession won in att. third, Shots. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to José Copete
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Ben Godfreysimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 28 | €4.7m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Arthur Theatesimilar↗ | Bologna | 26 | €17m | 93 | 87 |
| 5 | Marcos Alonsosimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 36 | €1.3m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Juan Foythsimilar↗ | Villarreal | 28 | €8.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Ahmetcan Kaplansimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €6.5m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 25 | €3.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 30 | €1.0m | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 86 |
| 12 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 91 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match José Copete
≈ 100% José Copete · strong: Duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% José Copete · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% José Copete · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to José Copete?
Statistically, Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) is the closest look-alike to José Copete — a 87/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for José Copete?
By Doppel's fit score, Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) is the closest profile to José Copete, with a 87/100 overall match. Kevin Diks and Ben Godfrey are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to José Copete?
Yes. Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to José Copete?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from José Copete'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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