Players like Mark McGuinness
CBSheffield United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMark McGuinness's profile ↗
Mark McGuinness is a centre-back for Sheffield United in the Championship, with 25 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to McGuinness include Fabio Gruber from 1. FC Nürnberg, who has a fit score of 82/100, and Michael Keane of Everton, also with a fit score of 82/100. Other comparable options are Ze Vitor from CD Nacional, with a fit score of 83/100, and Jon Martin of Real Sociedad, who has a fit score of 82/100.
About Mark McGuinness
Mark McGuinness is an aggressive front-foot defender, excelling in aerial duels and physical confrontations, making him a formidable presence at the back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his positional peers, he consistently showcases his ability to dominate in the air and win duels, contributing to both defensive solidity and set-piece threats with three goals this season. While his passing metrics may not stand out, his durability is a concern, having missed significant time due to injuries.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Shots, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mark McGuinness
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fabio Grubersimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 24 | €2.9m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 3 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Jon Martinsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 20 | €24m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 90 | 87 |
| 6 | Patrick Nkoasimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 27 | €700k | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mark McGuinness
≈ 100% Mark McGuinness · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Mark McGuinness · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Mark McGuinness · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mark McGuinness?
By Doppel's fit score, Fabio Gruber (1. FC Nürnberg) is the closest profile to Mark McGuinness, with a 82/100 overall match. Michael Keane and Ze Vitor are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mark McGuinness?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mark McGuinness?
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