Players like Daniel Requena
CMCórdoba · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniel Requena's profile ↗
Daniel Requena is a central midfielder for Córdoba in LaLiga 2, aged 22, with a market value of €1m. Notable matches include Ezechiel Banzuzi from Oud-Heverlee Leuven with a fit score of 81/100, and Balthazar Pierret from Quevilly - Rouen Métropole with a fit score of 80/100. For those searching for players similar to Requena, these options provide comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Daniel Requena
Daniel Requena is a combative central midfielder known for his tenacity and aerial prowess, making him a valuable asset in both defensive and transitional phases. With a top 33% Sofascore rating among his peers, he excels in duels and tackles, showcasing his ability to disrupt opponent play effectively. His durability is a significant plus, having missed no games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch. While he may not be a creative playmaker, his work rate and defensive contributions set him apart.
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 · data: Sofascore, 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?
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