Players like Marino Illescas
CM/CDMAD Ceuta · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarino Illescas's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marino Illescas are Sergi Darder, André Almeida, Maxence Caqueret. Doppel rates Sergi Darder (Mallorca) a 83/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Abdelkahar Kadri scores 85/100 at about €2.6m. Data as of October 2026.
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Marino Illescas is a versatile central midfielder with a strong emphasis on ball progression and playmaking. His top 40% Sofascore rating reflects solid overall quality, while his impressive dribbling and passing metrics highlight his ability to navigate tight spaces and deliver accurate crosses and long balls. With remarkable durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, Illescas is a reliable asset in midfield, though his goal contribution could improve for a more dynamic impact in attack.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marino Illescas
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sergi Dardersimilar↗ | Mallorca | 33 | €2.8m | 95 | 83 |
| 2 | André Almeidasimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 26 | €6.2m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Maxence Caqueretsimilar↗ | Como | 26 | €13m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Valentín Barcosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €44m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.6m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €6.5m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Leganés | 38 | €100k | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 11 | Lovro Majersimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 28 | €8.6m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | Sevilla | 27 | €25m | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marino Illescas
≈ 100% Marino Illescas · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Marino Illescas · strong: Key passes, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Marino Illescas · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Marino Illescas?
Statistically, Sergi Darder (Mallorca) is the closest look-alike to Marino Illescas — a 83/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Marino Illescas?
By Doppel's fit score, Sergi Darder (Mallorca) is the closest profile to Marino Illescas, with a 83/100 overall match. André Almeida and Maxence Caqueret are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marino Illescas?
Yes. Abdelkahar Kadri (KAA Gent) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €2.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marino Illescas?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marino Illescas'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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