Players like David Kruse
CM/CDMValenciennes · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Kruse's profile ↗
The players most similar to David Kruse are Tobias Hammer Svendsen, Javi Martínez, Kjell Wätjen. Doppel rates Tobias Hammer Svendsen (Kristiansund BK) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Tobias Hammer Svendsen scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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David Kruse is a dependable central midfielder, showcasing his reliability through consistent performances in Ligue 2. With a Sofascore rating in the top 30% of his positional peers, he effectively contributes defensively while providing stability in midfield. Although he has yet to excel in offensive metrics, his durability is a significant asset, missing only 17 games over the past three seasons, making him a trustworthy option for his team.
Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to David Kruse
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tobias Hammer Svendsensimilar↗ | Kristiansund BK | 27 | €300k | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Javi Martínezsimilar↗ | Eibar | 27 | €800k | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Kjell Wätjensimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 20 | €2.6m | 89 | 79 |
| 4 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 20 | €700k | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Elias Barsoumsimilar↗ | Degerfors IF | 24 | €400k | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Baptiste Mouazansimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 25 | €400k | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Kenzo Goudmijnsimilar↗ | Grasshopper Club Zürich | 25 | €600k | 87 | 79 |
| 8 | Rodrigo Atenciosimilar↗ | Independiente Rivadavia | 24 | €2.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Jens Hjertø-Dahlsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 21 | €9.6m | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Semih Şahinsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 27 | €1.6m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Kacper Kozłowskisimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 23 | €5.6m | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David Kruse
≈ 100% David Kruse · strong: Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
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≈ 100% David Kruse · strong: Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to David Kruse?
Statistically, Tobias Hammer Svendsen (Kristiansund BK) is the closest look-alike to David Kruse — a 81/100 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 David Kruse?
By Doppel's fit score, Tobias Hammer Svendsen (Kristiansund BK) is the closest profile to David Kruse, with a 81/100 overall match. Javi Martínez and Kjell Wätjen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to David Kruse?
Yes. Tobias Hammer Svendsen (Kristiansund BK) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to David Kruse?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from David Kruse's 2023/24 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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