Players like Isma Ruiz
CM/CDMCórdoba · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsma Ruiz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Isma Ruiz are Beñat Gerenabarrena, Darko Nejašmić, Jakub Moder. Doppel rates Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Beñat Gerenabarrena scores 82/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Isma Ruiz is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and reliability in the heart of the midfield. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 22% of his peers, he excels in winning duels and providing a solid defensive shield, making him a key asset for Córdoba. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While he may not be a creative force, his strengths lie in breaking up play and maintaining defensive stability.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Isma Ruiz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Jakub Modersimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 27 | €11m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 26 | €1.0m | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Sean Longstaffsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 29 | €14m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Richard Ríossimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €27m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Isma Ruiz
≈ 100% Isma Ruiz · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Isma Ruiz · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Isma Ruiz · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Isma Ruiz?
Statistically, Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) is the closest look-alike to Isma Ruiz — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Isma Ruiz?
By Doppel's fit score, Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) is the closest profile to Isma Ruiz, with a 82/100 overall match. Darko Nejašmić and Jakub Moder are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Isma Ruiz?
Yes. Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Isma Ruiz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Isma Ruiz'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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