Players like Javier Pérez Mateo
CM/CDMHuesca · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitJavier Pérez Mateo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Javier Pérez Mateo are Milan Robin, Unai Gómez, Mats Pannewig. Doppel rates Milan Robin (FC Martigues) a 80/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Manolo Portanova scores 84/100 at about €200k. Data as of July 2026.
About Javier Pérez Mateo
Javier Pérez Mateo is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and general dueling, making him a reliable presence in the engine room. While his offensive contributions are limited, his durability stands out with no games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. Though he ranks in the bottom half of his positional peers overall, his ability to dominate in physical battles makes him a steady option for any squad needing a combative midfield anchor.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Javier Pérez Mateo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Milan Robinsimilar↗ | FC Martigues | 27 | €1.0m | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Unai Gómezsimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €5.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Mauro Arambarrisimilar↗ | Getafe | 31 | €8.3m | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 20 | €700k | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Cesare Casadeisimilar↗ | Torino | 23 | €16m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Pedro Limasimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 23 | €3.2m | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Javier Pérez Mateo
≈ 100% Javier Pérez Mateo · low reliability
≈ 100% Javier Pérez Mateo · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Javier Pérez Mateo · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Javier Pérez Mateo?
By Doppel's fit score, Milan Robin (FC Martigues) is the closest profile to Javier Pérez Mateo, with a 80/100 overall match. Unai Gómez and Mats Pannewig are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Javier Pérez Mateo?
Yes. Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Javier Pérez Mateo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Javier Pérez Mateo's 2024/25 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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