Players like Álex Calatrava
CAM/STCD Castellón · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitÁlex Calatrava's profile ↗
The players most similar to Álex Calatrava are Cameron Puertas, Florian Thauvin, Chris Führich. Doppel rates Cameron Puertas (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) a 86/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Isco scores 86/100 at about €3.6m. Data as of September 2026.
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Álex Calatrava is a dynamic attacking midfielder who thrives in the final third, showcasing elite playmaking and goal-scoring ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 10% of his peers, he excels at winning possession and creating big chances, making him a pivotal player in any attack. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in three seasons, ensuring he remains a reliable presence on the pitch. While aerial duels may not be his forte, his creative prowess more than compensates for it.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created, Key passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Álex Calatrava
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 96 | 86 |
| 2 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 96 | 86 |
| 3 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 96 | 86 |
| 4 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 96 | 86 |
| 5 | Matías Soulésimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €36m | 96 | 84 |
| 6 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 96 | 87 |
| 7 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 96 | 85 |
| 8 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 96 | 85 |
| 9 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Lille | 36 | €1.2m | 95 | 85 |
| 10 | Phil Fodensimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 95 | 84 |
| 11 | Francisco Conceiçãosimilar↗ | Juventus | 24 | €28m | 95 | 84 |
| 12 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 23 | €43m | 95 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Álex Calatrava
≈ 100% Álex Calatrava · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Álex Calatrava · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Álex Calatrava · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Álex Calatrava?
By Doppel's fit score, Cameron Puertas (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) is the closest profile to Álex Calatrava, with a 86/100 overall match. Florian Thauvin and Chris Führich are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Álex Calatrava?
Yes. Isco (Real Betis) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €3.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Álex Calatrava?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Álex Calatrava's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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