Players like Michał Helik
CBOxford United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMichał Helik's profile ↗
The players most similar to Michał Helik are Patrick Mainka, Lloyd Jones, Justin Hubner. Doppel rates Patrick Mainka (1. FC Heidenheim) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Justin Hubner scores 88/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Michał Helik is a commanding, aerially dominant centre-back known for his ability to win duels and make crucial clearances. Ranking in the top 41% of his positional peers, he showcases impressive defensive metrics while contributing to the attack with key passes and big chances created. With remarkable durability, missing no games over the last three seasons, Helik is a reliable presence at the back for Oxford United, excelling in disrupting opposition plays and maintaining defensive stability.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, xG + xA. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Michał Helik
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patrick Mainkasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 32 | €2.6m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 88 |
| 4 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 90 | 86 |
| 7 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 90 | 86 |
| 8 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Albian Hajdarisimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €24m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Michał Helik
≈ 100% Michał Helik · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Michał Helik · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Michał Helik · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Michał Helik?
By Doppel's fit score, Patrick Mainka (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest profile to Michał Helik, with a 84/100 overall match. Lloyd Jones and Justin Hubner are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Michał Helik?
Yes. Justin Hubner (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar centre back role and rates 88/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Michał Helik?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Michał Helik's 2025/26 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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