Players like Scott Wharton
CB/LBBlackburn Rovers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitScott Wharton's profile ↗
The players most similar to Scott Wharton are Nikola Katić, Lloyd Jones, Adil Demirbağ. Doppel rates Nikola Katić (FC Schalke 04) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maximilian Großer scores 85/100 at about €700k. Data as of July 2026.
About Scott Wharton
Scott Wharton is a robust, aerially dominant centre-back with the versatility to operate as a left-back. His exceptional ability in aerial duels, ranking in the top 3% among his positional peers, combined with his accurate long-range distribution, establishes him as a reliable defensive asset. With a solid Sofascore rating, he showcases consistent quality while being remarkably durable, missing no games in the last three seasons. While his attacking contributions may not be his strongest suit, his defensive prowess makes him a valuable presence on the pitch.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Scott Wharton
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nikola Katićsimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 30 | €1.9m | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Luton Town | 25 | €6.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Scott Wharton
≈ 100% Scott Wharton · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Scott Wharton · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Scott Wharton · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Scott Wharton?
By Doppel's fit score, Nikola Katić (FC Schalke 04) is the closest profile to Scott Wharton, with a 80/100 overall match. Lloyd Jones and Adil Demirbağ are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Scott Wharton?
Yes. Maximilian Großer (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Scott Wharton?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Scott Wharton'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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