Players like Álex Calatrava
CAM/STEspanyol · 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 (SV Werder Bremen) 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 October 2026.
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Álex Calatrava is a dynamic attacking midfielder who thrives in creating scoring opportunities, evidenced by his top-tier metrics in big chances created and key passes. With a Sofascore rating in the top 12% of his peers, he consistently influences games, winning possession in the attacking third and delivering accurate final-third passes. His impressive durability, with no games missed over the last three seasons, further emphasizes his reliability on the pitch.
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↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 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↗ | AS Roma | 23 | €36m | 96 | 84 |
| 6 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 96 | 85 |
| 7 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 96 | 85 |
| 8 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 21 | €21m | 96 | 85 |
| 9 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Nantes | 36 | €1.2m | 95 | 85 |
| 10 | Phil Fodensimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 95 | 84 |
| 11 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 95 | 85 |
| 12 | Francisco Conceiçãosimilar↗ | Juventus | 24 | €28m | 95 | 84 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Álex Calatrava?
Statistically, Cameron Puertas (SV Werder Bremen) is the closest look-alike to Álex Calatrava — a 86/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Álex Calatrava?
By Doppel's fit score, Cameron Puertas (SV Werder Bremen) 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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