Players like Manu Hernando
CBReal Racing Club · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitManu Hernando's profile ↗
The players most similar to Manu Hernando are Axel Drouhin, Gabriele Guarino, Patrick Nkoa. Doppel rates Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) a 80/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gustavo Henrique scores 81/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Manu Hernando is an aggressive front-foot defender, excelling in aerial duels and contributing goals from the back, showcasing his ability to be a threat in set-piece situations. With a Sofascore rating in the top 32% of his positional peers, he demonstrates solid overall quality and reliability, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While his passing metrics may not stand out, his defensive prowess and durability make him a valuable asset in any defensive line.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Manu Hernando
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Axel Drouhinsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 26 | €1.2m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 91 | 87 |
| 3 | Patrick Nkoasimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 27 | €700k | 89 | 83 |
| 4 | Michał Heliksimilar↗ | Oxford United | 31 | €1.0m | 88 | 85 |
| 5 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 88 | 83 |
| 6 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 24 | €15m | 86 | 80 |
| 9 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 86 | 83 |
| 10 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 85 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manu Hernando
≈ 100% Manu Hernando · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Manu Hernando · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Manu Hernando · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Manu Hernando?
Statistically, Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) is the closest look-alike to Manu Hernando — a 80/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Manu Hernando?
By Doppel's fit score, Axel Drouhin (Annecy FC) is the closest profile to Manu Hernando, with a 80/100 overall match. Gabriele Guarino and Patrick Nkoa are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Manu Hernando?
Yes. Gustavo Henrique (Real Valladolid) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Manu Hernando?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Manu Hernando'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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