Players like Kevin Danso
CBSunderland · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKevin Danso's profile ↗
The players most similar to Kevin Danso are Timo Hübers, Stefan Bell, Chris Richards. Doppel rates Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Stefan Bell scores 82/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Kevin Danso is an aggressive front-foot centre-back known for his aerial dominance and ability to contribute offensively, evidenced by his impressive shots per 90 minutes. With a Sofascore rating in the top 10% of his peers, he showcases elite defensive capabilities and successful dribbling, making him a dual threat in both defensive and attacking phases. However, his injury history has seen him miss significant game time over the past few seasons, raising concerns about his reliability.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots, Successful dribbles. Availability: 25 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kevin Danso
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Stefan Bellsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 35 | €600k | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Pascal Struijksimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €23m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Yerry Minasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 32 | €2.3m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 91 | 88 |
| 7 | Willi Orbánsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 34 | €5.5m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Marc Kempfsimilar↗ | Como | 31 | €3.4m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 25 | €3.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kevin Danso
≈ 100% Kevin Danso · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Kevin Danso · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Kevin Danso · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Kevin Danso?
Statistically, Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) is the closest look-alike to Kevin Danso — a 85/100 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 Kevin Danso?
By Doppel's fit score, Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) is the closest profile to Kevin Danso, with a 85/100 overall match. Stefan Bell and Chris Richards are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kevin Danso?
Yes. Stefan Bell (1. FSV Mainz 05) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kevin Danso?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kevin Danso'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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