Who should replace Kobe Cools?
CBFCV Dender · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKobe Cools's profile ↗
Kobe Cools is a centre-back for FCV Dender in the Belgian Pro League, with 19 appearances in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking the best replacement for Cools, Adil Demirbağ of Konyaspor stands out with a fit score of 85/100, while Nikola Katić of FC Schalke 04 offers a solid alternative with a fit score of 83/100. These players provide a tactical fit for those looking for similar defensive capabilities.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nikola Katićsimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 30 | €1.9m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Luton Town | 25 | €6.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Dan Burnsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 34 | €4.1m | 93 | 81 |
| 5 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 91 | 87 |
| 6 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Stefan Bellsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 35 | €600k | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Yerry Minasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 32 | €2.3m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Axel Drouhinsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 26 | €1.2m | 91 | 80 |
| 12 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 91 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kobe Cools
≈ 100% Kobe Cools · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Kobe Cools · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Kobe Cools · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Kobe Cools?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Nikola Katić (FC Schalke 04) does the closest job to Kobe Cools, at 94/100 on profile. Adil Demirbağ and Mark McGuinness follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Kobe Cools?
Yes — Stefan Bell (1. FSV Mainz 05) plays a similar centre back role at roughly €600k, a 81/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Kobe Cools?
Doppel learns Kobe Cools's role profile from his 2025/26 season and ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they do the same job, adjusted for league strength.
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