Players like Pablo Vázquez
CBSporting Gijón · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPablo Vázquez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Pablo Vázquez are Gabriele Guarino, Adil Demirbağ, Mark McGuinness. Doppel rates Gabriele Guarino (Empoli) a 89/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 89/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Pablo Vázquez is a reliable, defensive stalwart known for his aggressive anticipation and aerial prowess at the back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 23% of his peers, he excels in clearances and winning aerial duels, showcasing his ability to dominate defensive situations. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a cornerstone for Sporting Gijón’s defense. While his contributions in possession may not be his strength, his primary focus on defensive solidity makes him an essential player.
Strengths: Clearances, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Pablo Vázquez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 94 | 89 |
| 2 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Luton Town | 25 | €6.7m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 93 | 89 |
| 6 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 92 | 88 |
| 8 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 90 | 86 |
| 10 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 90 | 87 |
| 11 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pablo Vázquez
≈ 100% Pablo Vázquez · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Pablo Vázquez · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Pablo Vázquez · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Pablo Vázquez?
By Doppel's fit score, Gabriele Guarino (Empoli) is the closest profile to Pablo Vázquez, with a 89/100 overall match. Adil Demirbağ and Mark McGuinness are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Pablo Vázquez?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 89/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Pablo Vázquez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Pablo Vázquez's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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