Players like Kevin Long
CBBirmingham City · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitKevin Long's profile ↗
The players most similar to Kevin Long are Danny Batth, Juanma Herzog, Bojan Kovačević. Doppel rates Danny Batth (Blackburn Rovers) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny Batth scores 79/100 at about €100k. Data as of July 2026.
About Kevin Long
Kevin Long is a rugged, aerially dominant centre-back, excelling in defensive duels and clearances, making him a reliable presence in the backline. With a Sofascore rating in the top 32% of his positional peers, he showcases his ability to command the air and disrupt opposition attacks. However, his injury history raises concerns about his durability, having missed significant time over the past three seasons. When fit, he remains a vital asset for Birmingham City’s defensive unit.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Clearances. Availability: 20 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kevin Long
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danny Batthsimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 36 | €100k | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Juanma Herzogsimilar↗ | Las Palmas | 22 | €1.5m | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Bojan Kovačevićsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 22 | €1.0m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Miguel Barbierisimilar↗ | Deportivo Riestra | 33 | €400k | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | David Lópezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 23 | €1.3m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Nicola Pietrangelisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 26 | €1.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 7 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Nathaniel Phillipssimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 29 | €2.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 9 | Daan Dierckxsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Matias Antoninisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 28 | €1.6m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kevin Long
≈ 100% Kevin Long · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Kevin Long · strong: Clearances, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Kevin Long · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Kevin Long?
By Doppel's fit score, Danny Batth (Blackburn Rovers) is the closest profile to Kevin Long, with a 79/100 overall match. Juanma Herzog and Bojan Kovačević are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kevin Long?
Yes. Danny Batth (Blackburn Rovers) plays a similar centre back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kevin Long?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kevin Long's 2023/24 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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