Players like Daniel Requena
CMCórdoba · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniel Requena's profile ↗
The players most similar to Daniel Requena are Ezechiel Banzuzi, Balthazar Pierret, Yassin Oukili. Doppel rates Ezechiel Banzuzi (Oud-Heverlee Leuven) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yassin Oukili scores 80/100 at about €700k. Data as of September 2026.
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Daniel Requena is a tenacious, ball-winning central midfielder who excels in aerial duels and defensive challenges, showcasing his aggressive style and ability to dominate the midfield. With a Sofascore rating in the top 45%, he stands out as a reliable presence, contributing significantly to his team’s defensive efforts while remaining durable, having missed no games in three seasons. While his creativity in the final third could improve, his strength in duels and interceptions makes him a valuable asset in breaking up opposition play.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Daniel Requena
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezechiel Banzuzisimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 21 | €17m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Balthazar Pierretsimilar↗ | Quevilly - Rouen Métropole | 26 | €1.5m | 94 | 80 |
| 3 | Yassin Oukilisimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 25 | €700k | 94 | 80 |
| 4 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daniel Requena
≈ 100% Daniel Requena · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Daniel Requena · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Daniel Requena · strong: Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Daniel Requena?
By Doppel's fit score, Ezechiel Banzuzi (Oud-Heverlee Leuven) is the closest profile to Daniel Requena, with a 81/100 overall match. Balthazar Pierret and Yassin Oukili are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Daniel Requena?
Yes. Yassin Oukili (RKC Waalwijk) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Daniel Requena?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Daniel Requena'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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