Players like Zak Vyner
CB/RBWrexham · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitZak Vyner's profile ↗
The players most similar to Zak Vyner are Hamza El Kaouakibi, Hidde ter Avest, Mats Deijl. Doppel rates Hamza El Kaouakibi (Südtirol) a 85/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bryan Goncalves scores 84/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Zak Vyner is a ball-playing centre-back known for his precise passing ability, particularly in the final third and with long balls, making him a valuable asset in building attacks from the back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 48% of his positional peers, he demonstrates solid overall quality and durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While he may not excel in duels or dribbling, his capability to control possession and distribute effectively sets him apart as a reliable defender in the Championship.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Accurate long balls, Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Zak Vyner
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Hidde ter Avestsimilar↗ | Willem II Tilburg | 29 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Mats Deijlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 29 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Harry Clarkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Tomoki Iwatasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Oliver Braudesimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €4.9m | 89 | 87 |
| 8 | Bryan Reynoldssimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €3.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Sebastian Sebulonsensimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 26 | €5.1m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Filippo Missorisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 12 | Linus Gechtersimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 22 | €3.2m | 88 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zak Vyner
≈ 100% Zak Vyner · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Zak Vyner · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Zak Vyner · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Zak Vyner?
Statistically, Hamza El Kaouakibi (Südtirol) is the closest look-alike to Zak Vyner — a 85/100 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 Zak Vyner?
By Doppel's fit score, Hamza El Kaouakibi (Südtirol) is the closest profile to Zak Vyner, with a 85/100 overall match. Hidde ter Avest and Mats Deijl are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zak Vyner?
Yes. Bryan Goncalves (FCV Dender) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Zak Vyner?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Zak Vyner'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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