Players like Ben Gibson
CBStoke City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBen Gibson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ben Gibson are Danilho Doekhi, Kike Salas, Felix Uduokhai. Doppel rates Danilho Doekhi (1. FC Union Berlin) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Wagane Faye scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of July 2026.
About Ben Gibson
Ben Gibson is a reliable, positional ball-playing centre-back, known for his ability to control the game from the back with impressive touches per 90 in the top 24% of his peers. While his overall quality ranks in the bottom 43%, his durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. His attacking contributions may be limited, but his solid presence and composure make him a key figure in Stoke City's defensive setup.
Strengths: Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ben Gibson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 28 | €14m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Felix Uduokhaisimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 29 | €3.2m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Keven Schlotterbecksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 29 | €5.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 88 |
| 7 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Wagane Fayesimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 33 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 10 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ben Gibson
≈ 100% Ben Gibson · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Ben Gibson · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Ben Gibson · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ben Gibson?
By Doppel's fit score, Danilho Doekhi (1. FC Union Berlin) is the closest profile to Ben Gibson, with a 85/100 overall match. Kike Salas and Felix Uduokhai are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ben Gibson?
Yes. Wagane Faye (RAAL La Louvière) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ben Gibson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ben Gibson'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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