Players like Michael Cooper
GKSheffield United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMichael Cooper's profile ↗
The players most similar to Michael Cooper are Alberto Paleari, Loris Karius, Silas Prüfrock. Doppel rates Alberto Paleari (Torino) a 85/100 overall match — 97/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Silas Prüfrock scores 87/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Michael Cooper is a reliable shot-stopper and an emerging presence between the sticks, showcasing elite qualities as a goalkeeper. With a top 5% save percentage and a remarkable clean sheet rate, he consistently proves his ability to keep opponents at bay. His durability is a standout feature, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable asset for Sheffield United.
Strengths: Clean sheet %, Save %, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Michael Cooper
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alberto Palearisimilar↗ | Torino | 34 | €1.3m | 97 | 85 |
| 2 | Loris Kariussimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 33 | €800k | 97 | 84 |
| 3 | Silas Prüfrocksimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 21 | €500k | 96 | 87 |
| 4 | Antonio Siverasimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 30 | €5.6m | 95 | 88 |
| 5 | Andreas Jungdalsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 24 | €3.8m | 94 | 86 |
| 6 | Mateusz Lissimilar↗ | Göztepe | 29 | €2.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Diant Ramajsimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €6.3m | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Noah Atubolusimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 24 | €24m | 93 | 87 |
| 9 | Nahuel Nollsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 23 | €1.9m | 93 | 87 |
| 10 | Mathew Ryansimilar↗ | Levante UD | 34 | €1.7m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | James Beadlesimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 22 | €5.5m | 92 | 89 |
| 12 | Jasper Schendelaarsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €1.5m | 92 | 88 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Michael Cooper
≈ 100% Michael Cooper · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Michael Cooper · strong: Duels won, Clean sheet % · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Clean sheet %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Michael Cooper · strong: Duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Michael Cooper?
By Doppel's fit score, Alberto Paleari (Torino) is the closest profile to Michael Cooper, with a 85/100 overall match. Loris Karius and Silas Prüfrock are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Michael Cooper?
Yes. Silas Prüfrock (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) plays a similar goalkeeper role and rates 87/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Michael Cooper?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Michael Cooper's 2025/26 season, then ranks goalkeepers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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