Players like Tobias Anker
CBIK Sirius · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitTobias Anker's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tobias Anker are Petko Hristov, Pepe Sánchez, Gustavo Henrique. Doppel rates Petko Hristov (Spezia) a 80/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Fredrik Holmé scores 81/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Tobias Anker is a commanding aerial presence, epitomizing the archetype of a formidable ball-playing centre-back. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 20% of his positional peers, he excels in aerial duels, showcasing his strength and reliability in defense. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch. While his tackling and interception metrics may not shine, his aerial prowess makes him a standout performer in his role.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tobias Anker
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Petko Hristovsimilar↗ | Spezia | 27 | €1.5m | 94 | 80 |
| 2 | Pepe Sánchezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 26 | €600k | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 90 | 87 |
| 5 | Fredrik Holmésimilar↗ | Fredrikstad FK | 25 | €500k | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Genoa | 24 | €15m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Luton Town | 25 | €6.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | David Robert Batessimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 30 | €1.9m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 88 | 85 |
| 12 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 88 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tobias Anker
≈ 100% Tobias Anker · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Tobias Anker · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Tobias Anker · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Tobias Anker?
By Doppel's fit score, Petko Hristov (Spezia) is the closest profile to Tobias Anker, with a 80/100 overall match. Pepe Sánchez and Gustavo Henrique are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tobias Anker?
Yes. Fredrik Holmé (Fredrikstad FK) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tobias Anker?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tobias Anker's 2026 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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