Players like Sokratis Papastathopoulos
CBReal Betis · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitSokratis Papastathopoulos's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sokratis Papastathopoulos are Kazunari Kita, Siad Gourville, Thalisson. Doppel rates Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thalisson scores 78/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Sokratis Papastathopoulos is a seasoned, durable defensive stalwart who thrives on his ability to clear danger, ranking in the top 23% of his positional peers for clearances. While his passing and dribbling metrics suggest he’s not a ball-playing centre-back, his experience and reliability make him a solid presence at the back. Having missed no games in the last three seasons, he remains a dependable asset for Real Betis, even as he navigates the twilight of his career.
Strengths: Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sokratis Papastathopoulos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Siad Gourvillesimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €800k | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Thalissonsimilar↗ | Gençlerbirliği | 28 | €700k | 88 | 78 |
| 4 | Bojan Kovačevićsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 22 | €1.0m | 86 | 78 |
| 5 | David Lópezsimilar↗ | Mallorca | 23 | €1.3m | 86 | 77 |
| 6 | Nathaniel Phillipssimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 29 | €2.4m | 85 | 77 |
| 7 | Kevin Ehlerssimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 25 | €1.0m | 85 | 77 |
| 8 | Matias Antoninisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 28 | €1.6m | 84 | 78 |
| 9 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 84 | 79 |
| 10 | David Robert Batessimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 30 | €1.9m | 84 | 78 |
| 11 | Robin Hranáčsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €11m | 83 | 78 |
| 12 | Rodri Suárezsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 24 | €500k | 83 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
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FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sokratis Papastathopoulos?
Statistically, Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) is the closest look-alike to Sokratis Papastathopoulos — a 81/100 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 Sokratis Papastathopoulos?
By Doppel's fit score, Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) is the closest profile to Sokratis Papastathopoulos, with a 81/100 overall match. Siad Gourville and Thalisson are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sokratis Papastathopoulos?
Yes. Thalisson (Gençlerbirliği) plays a similar centre back role and rates 78/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sokratis Papastathopoulos?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sokratis Papastathopoulos's 2023/24 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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