Players like Aitor Sanz
CM/CDMCD Tenerife · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitAitor Sanz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Aitor Sanz are Enrique Lofolomo, Pascal Klemens, Alberto Rodríguez. Doppel rates Enrique Lofolomo (SV Zulte Waregem) a 79/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Adam Carlén scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of July 2026.
About Aitor Sanz
Aitor Sanz is a seasoned defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and defensive reliability, making him a key asset in disrupting opposition play. With a Sofascore rating in the top 28% of his positional peers, he excels in winning aerial duels and making crucial clearances, showcasing his ability to dominate the midfield. Despite his injury history, his experience and durability when fit make him a dependable option for CD Tenerife.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %, Clearances. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Aitor Sanz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enrique Lofolomosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €1.1m | 96 | 79 |
| 2 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 96 | 83 |
| 3 | Alberto Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 29 | €500k | 95 | 80 |
| 4 | Miguel Atienzasimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 27 | €1.0m | 93 | 80 |
| 5 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 26 | €400k | 93 | 80 |
| 6 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 93 | 79 |
| 7 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 33 | €400k | 93 | 78 |
| 8 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 93 | 80 |
| 9 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 26 | €1.3m | 92 | 80 |
| 10 | Alberto del Moralsimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 26 | €700k | 92 | 79 |
| 11 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 92 | 79 |
| 12 | John Donaldsimilar↗ | Elche | 26 | €1.0m | 92 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Aitor Sanz
≈ 100% Aitor Sanz · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Aitor Sanz · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Aitor Sanz · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Aitor Sanz?
By Doppel's fit score, Enrique Lofolomo (SV Zulte Waregem) is the closest profile to Aitor Sanz, with a 79/100 overall match. Pascal Klemens and Alberto Rodríguez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Aitor Sanz?
Yes. Adam Carlén (IFK Göteborg) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Aitor Sanz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Aitor Sanz'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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