Players like Ben Wilmot
CBStoke City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBen Wilmot's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ben Wilmot are David Robert Bates, Gustavo Henrique, Jake Cooper. Doppel rates David Robert Bates (KV Mechelen) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gustavo Henrique scores 85/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Ben Wilmot is a dynamic ball-playing centre-back, showcasing an impressive ability to contribute offensively with his notable goal-scoring and crossing prowess. Ranking in the top 23% of his positional peers, he excels in finishing and is a reliable presence in defensive clearances, demonstrating both skill and durability with zero missed games over the last three seasons. His blend of defensive reliability and attacking contributions makes him a standout performer in the Championship.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ben Wilmot
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Robert Batessimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 30 | €1.9m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 92 | 88 |
| 5 | Taylor Harwood-Bellissimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €22m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Florian Lejeunesimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 35 | €1.7m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 27 | €4.4m | 90 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ben Wilmot
≈ 100% Ben Wilmot · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Ben Wilmot · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Ben Wilmot · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ben Wilmot?
By Doppel's fit score, David Robert Bates (KV Mechelen) is the closest profile to Ben Wilmot, with a 84/100 overall match. Gustavo Henrique and Jake Cooper are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ben Wilmot?
Yes. Gustavo Henrique (Corinthians) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ben Wilmot?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ben Wilmot'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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