Players like Callum Paterson
STSheffield Wednesday · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitCallum Paterson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Callum Paterson are Kyle Joseph, Sem van Duijn, Makhtar Gueye. Doppel rates Kyle Joseph (Hull City) a 77/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Sem van Duijn scores 80/100 at about €700k. Data as of July 2026.
About Callum Paterson
Callum Paterson is a versatile striker with a defensive edge, excelling as a robust forward who contributes significantly in defensive actions. His standout metrics in clearances, tackles, and aerial duels showcase his tenacity and ability to disrupt opposition play, making him a valuable asset in defensive transitions. While he hasn't found the net this season, his durability—missing no games in the last three years—underscores his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions, Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Callum Paterson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kyle Josephsimilar↗ | Hull City | 25 | €5.8m | 88 | 77 |
| 2 | Sem van Duijnsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 22 | €700k | 87 | 80 |
| 3 | Makhtar Gueyesimilar↗ | RWDM Brussels | 29 | €1.8m | 86 | 79 |
| 4 | Pape Moussa Fallsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 22 | €3.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 5 | Jordan Siebatcheusimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €1.4m | 86 | 80 |
| 6 | Toni Martínezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 29 | €7.3m | 86 | 77 |
| 7 | Keisuke Gotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 21 | €9.3m | 85 | 79 |
| 8 | Kevin Schadesimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €36m | 85 | 77 |
| 9 | Jamie Vardysimilar↗ | Leicester City | 39 | €1.0m | 85 | 77 |
| 10 | Igor Thiagosimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €68m | 85 | 78 |
| 11 | Oskar Zawadasimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 30 | €500k | 84 | 80 |
| 12 | Issa Soumarésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 26 | €8.4m | 84 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Callum Paterson
≈ 100% Callum Paterson · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Callum Paterson · strong: Clearances, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Callum Paterson · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Callum Paterson?
By Doppel's fit score, Kyle Joseph (Hull City) is the closest profile to Callum Paterson, with a 77/100 overall match. Sem van Duijn and Makhtar Gueye are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Callum Paterson?
Yes. Sem van Duijn (SC Telstar) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Callum Paterson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Callum Paterson's 2024/25 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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