Players like Leon Hien
CBDegerfors IF · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeon Hien's profile ↗
The players most similar to Leon Hien are Hamza El Kaouakibi, Emin Bayram, Tristan Crama. Doppel rates Hamza El Kaouakibi (Südtirol) a 87/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Hamza El Kaouakibi scores 87/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Leon Hien is a dynamic ball-playing centre-back known for his ability to contribute offensively while maintaining defensive stability. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 30% of his positional peers, he excels in successful dribbles and accurate crosses, showcasing his capacity to drive play from the back. While his aerial duels could improve, his creativity in the final third and ability to win possession make him a valuable asset, despite a history of injury challenges limiting his availability.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses, Big chances created. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Leon Hien
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 92 | 88 |
| 3 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Calvin Brackelmannsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 27 | €3.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Gabriele Bracagliasimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €3.6m | 90 | 86 |
| 11 | Federico Gattisimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Leon Hien
≈ 100% Leon Hien · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Leon Hien · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Leon Hien · strong: Accurate crosses, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Leon Hien?
Statistically, Hamza El Kaouakibi (Südtirol) is the closest look-alike to Leon Hien — a 87/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Leon Hien?
By Doppel's fit score, Hamza El Kaouakibi (Südtirol) is the closest profile to Leon Hien, with a 87/100 overall match. Emin Bayram and Tristan Crama are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Leon Hien?
Yes. Hamza El Kaouakibi (Südtirol) plays a similar centre back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Leon Hien?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Leon Hien's 2025 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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