Players like Sergio Álvarez
CM/CDMEibar · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSergio Álvarez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sergio Álvarez are Stanko Jurić, Giovanni Haag, José Gragera. Doppel rates Stanko Jurić (Real Valladolid) a 80/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Tom Ducrocq scores 80/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Sergio Álvarez is a tenacious defensive midfielder, known for his exceptional tackling and interception skills, ranking in the top 15% among his positional peers. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top 39%, he demonstrates reliability and durability, missing only four games in the past three seasons. His prowess in aerial duels and clearances further solidifies his role as a key defensive asset, although his offensive contributions are limited, focusing primarily on breaking up play and maintaining defensive stability.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won, Clearances. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sergio Álvarez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 94 | 80 |
| 2 | Giovanni Haagsimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 26 | €1.9m | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 26 | €1.3m | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 7 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Unai Vencedorsimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 88 | 79 |
| 11 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 88 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sergio Álvarez
≈ 100% Sergio Álvarez · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Sergio Álvarez · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Sergio Álvarez · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Sergio Álvarez?
By Doppel's fit score, Stanko Jurić (Real Valladolid) is the closest profile to Sergio Álvarez, with a 80/100 overall match. Giovanni Haag and José Gragera are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sergio Álvarez?
Yes. Tom Ducrocq (Bastia) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sergio Álvarez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sergio Álvarez'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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