Players like Thiago Helguera
CM/CDMMirandés · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitThiago Helguera's profile ↗
The players most similar to Thiago Helguera are Jordan Mendes Correia, Paul Venot, Javi Villar. Doppel rates Jordan Mendes Correia (Rodez AF) a 84/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Selu Diallo scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of July 2026.
About Thiago Helguera
Thiago Helguera is a young central midfielder who currently struggles to make an impact in games, as reflected in his bottom 14% Sofascore rating among peers. While his reliability is commendable, with only nine games missed over three seasons, he lacks standout strengths to influence matches effectively. His limited touches and passing accuracy indicate a need for development to become a more dynamic presence in the midfield.
Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thiago Helguera
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jordan Mendes Correiasimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 22 | €2.1m | 96 | 84 |
| 2 | Paul Venotsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 25 | €600k | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 93 | 80 |
| 4 | Antonio Pachecosimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 24 | €700k | 93 | 80 |
| 5 | Íñigo Sáinz-Mazasimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 28 | €1.0m | 92 | 79 |
| 6 | Nolan Binetsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 22 | €1.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Théo Chennahisimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Selu Diallosimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €400k | 91 | 80 |
| 9 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 91 | 79 |
| 10 | Lamine Fannesimilar↗ | AIK | 22 | €1.6m | 90 | 78 |
| 11 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 20 | €700k | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thiago Helguera
≈ 100% Thiago Helguera · low reliability
≈ 100% Thiago Helguera · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Thiago Helguera · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Thiago Helguera?
By Doppel's fit score, Jordan Mendes Correia (Rodez AF) is the closest profile to Thiago Helguera, with a 84/100 overall match. Paul Venot and Javi Villar are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thiago Helguera?
Yes. Selu Diallo (Cultural Leonesa) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thiago Helguera?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thiago Helguera'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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