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 (Standard Liège) 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 October 2026.
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Ben Wilmot is a dynamic, ball-playing centre-back who excels in both defensive duties and contributing to the attack. With a Sofascore rating in the top 23% of his peers, he stands out for his finishing ability and accurate crosses, making him a dual threat in set-piece situations. His impressive durability, with no games missed in the last three seasons, highlights his reliability on the pitch, underscoring his status as a key defensive asset for Stoke City.
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↗ | Standard Liège | 30 | €1.9m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 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↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 90 | 86 |
| 12 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich 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 · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
≈ 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 closest look-alike to Ben Wilmot?
Statistically, David Robert Bates (Standard Liège) is the closest look-alike to Ben Wilmot — a 84/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ben Wilmot?
By Doppel's fit score, David Robert Bates (Standard Liège) 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 (Real Valladolid) 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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