Players like Mikel Rodriguez
CM/CDMReal Sociedad B · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMikel Rodriguez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mikel Rodriguez are Paul Wanner, Nikola Vlašić, Irakli Yegoian. Doppel rates Paul Wanner (1. FC Heidenheim) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Emre Akbaba scores 84/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Mikel Rodriguez is a dynamic central midfielder known for his strong dribbling and tenacity in duels, making him a valuable asset in breaking up opposition play. While his overall quality sits in the lower tier of his positional peers, his ability to win duels and create shots demonstrates his potential impact in the midfield. With only 11 games missed over the last three seasons, his reliability on the pitch adds to his appeal as a consistent performer.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Duels won, Shots. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mikel Rodriguez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paul Wannersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €23m | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Fabio Mirettisimilar↗ | Genoa | 23 | €15m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Emre Akbabasimilar↗ | Adana Demirspor | 34 | €400k | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Williot Swedbergsimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 22 | €19m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Kamory Doumbiasimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 23 | €9.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Mallorca | 38 | €100k | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Tomáš Suslovsimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 24 | €3.9m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €4.5m | 91 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mikel Rodriguez
≈ 100% Mikel Rodriguez · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Mikel Rodriguez · strong: Key passes, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Mikel Rodriguez · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mikel Rodriguez?
By Doppel's fit score, Paul Wanner (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest profile to Mikel Rodriguez, with a 85/100 overall match. Nikola Vlašić and Irakli Yegoian are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mikel Rodriguez?
Yes. Emre Akbaba (Adana Demirspor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mikel Rodriguez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mikel Rodriguez'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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