Players like Íñigo Sáinz-Maza
CM/CDMReal Racing Club · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitÍñigo Sáinz-Maza's profile ↗
Íñigo Sáinz-Maza is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Real Racing Club in LaLiga 2, with 20 appearances and 616 minutes played in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Sáinz-Maza include Antonio Pacheco from Albacete Balompié, who has a fit score of 79/100, and Jordan Mendes Correia of Rodez AF, with a fit score of 80/100. Both players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Íñigo Sáinz-Maza
Íñigo Sáinz-Maza is a defensive midfielder known for his work rate and tenacity, but his overall quality is below the standard for his position in LaLiga 2. Despite his tireless efforts in midfield, his lack of impactful contributions—evident in minimal assists and low shot volume—limits his effectiveness in transitioning play. Additionally, his injury history raises concerns about his reliability, having missed significant game time over the past three seasons.
Availability: 38 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Íñigo Sáinz-Maza
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antonio Pachecosimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 24 | €700k | 90 | 79 |
| 2 | Jordan Mendes Correiasimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 22 | €2.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 89 | 78 |
| 4 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 89 | 78 |
| 5 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Lecco | 23 | €1.3m | 88 | 78 |
| 6 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 88 | 77 |
| 7 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 87 | 79 |
| 8 | Thiago Helguerasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 20 | €3.9m | 87 | 77 |
| 9 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 87 | 77 |
| 10 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
| 12 | Kazper Karlssonsimilar↗ | Degerfors IF | 21 | €600k | 86 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
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FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Íñigo Sáinz-Maza?
By Doppel's fit score, Antonio Pacheco (Albacete Balompié) is the closest profile to Íñigo Sáinz-Maza, with a 79/100 overall match. Jordan Mendes Correia and Ibrahim Fofana are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Íñigo Sáinz-Maza?
Yes. Allan Ackra (Clermont Foot) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Íñigo Sáinz-Maza?
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