Players like Aritz Aldasoro
CM/CDMReal Racing Club · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAritz Aldasoro's profile ↗
The players most similar to Aritz Aldasoro are Merveille Papela, Kazper Karlsson, Tom Ducrocq. Doppel rates Merveille Papela (Darmstadt 98) a 78/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Merveille Papela scores 78/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Aritz Aldasoro is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in disrupting opposition play with his impressive clearance statistics. While his overall quality ranks in the bottom third among his peers, his durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in the midfield. However, he could enhance his impact by improving his passing accuracy, particularly on long balls and key passes, to better facilitate transitions and build-up play.
Strengths: Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Aritz Aldasoro
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Merveille Papelasimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 25 | €600k | 92 | 78 |
| 2 | Kazper Karlssonsimilar↗ | Degerfors IF | 21 | €600k | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Lorenzo Amatuccisimilar↗ | Las Palmas | 22 | €8.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 5 | Patrizio Masinisimilar↗ | Ascoli | 25 | €4.4m | 90 | 77 |
| 6 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | Caen | 22 | €4.1m | 88 | 77 |
| 10 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 26 | €1.3m | 88 | 77 |
| 11 | Everson Juniorsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 23 | €1.1m | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 88 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Aritz Aldasoro
≈ 100% Aritz Aldasoro · strong: Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
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≈ 100% Aritz Aldasoro · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Aritz Aldasoro?
By Doppel's fit score, Merveille Papela (Darmstadt 98) is the closest profile to Aritz Aldasoro, with a 78/100 overall match. Kazper Karlsson and Tom Ducrocq are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Aritz Aldasoro?
Yes. Merveille Papela (Darmstadt 98) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Aritz Aldasoro?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Aritz Aldasoro's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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