Players like Kevin Ackermann
CM/CDMIF Brommapojkarna · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitKevin Ackermann's profile ↗
The players most similar to Kevin Ackermann are Lander Olaetxea, Anuar, Santiago Castañeda. Doppel rates Lander Olaetxea (Eibar) a 79/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Lander Olaetxea scores 79/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Kevin Ackermann is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in disrupting opposition play with his strong aerial presence and defensive clearances. His Sofascore rating places him in the top 41% of his positional peers, highlighting his overall quality and reliability on the pitch. With impressive stats in aerial duels, he’s a key asset in both defensive stability and set-piece situations. Remarkably durable, he has missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his dependability as a consistent performer.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kevin Ackermann
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Eibar | 33 | €400k | 94 | 79 |
| 2 | Anuarsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €700k | 94 | 79 |
| 3 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 94 | 81 |
| 4 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 26 | €400k | 94 | 80 |
| 5 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 93 | 81 |
| 6 | Alberto Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 29 | €500k | 93 | 79 |
| 7 | Alessandro Sersantisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €1.9m | 93 | 80 |
| 8 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 26 | €400k | 92 | 80 |
| 9 | Miguel Atienzasimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 27 | €1.0m | 92 | 79 |
| 10 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 92 | 80 |
| 11 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 26 | €1.3m | 92 | 79 |
| 12 | Joffrey Bultelsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €400k | 92 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kevin Ackermann
≈ 100% Kevin Ackermann · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Kevin Ackermann · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Kevin Ackermann · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Kevin Ackermann?
Statistically, Lander Olaetxea (Eibar) is the closest look-alike to Kevin Ackermann — a 79/100 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 Kevin Ackermann?
By Doppel's fit score, Lander Olaetxea (Eibar) is the closest profile to Kevin Ackermann, with a 79/100 overall match. Anuar and Santiago Castañeda are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kevin Ackermann?
Yes. Lander Olaetxea (Eibar) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kevin Ackermann?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kevin Ackermann's 2025 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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