Players like Manuel Rodríguez
CMSporting Gijón · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitManuel Rodríguez's profile ↗
Manuel Rodríguez is a central midfielder for Sporting Gijón in LaLiga 2, with 27 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Rodríguez include Ibai Aguirre from Real Sociedad B, Davy Klaassen from AFC Ajax, and Josh Laurent from Burnley, all with a fit score of 80/100. These players share a comparable role and statistical profile, making them suitable alternatives for teams seeking midfield talent.
12 players most similar to Manuel Rodríguez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ibai Aguirresimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 19 | €900k | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Davy Klaassensimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 33 | €2.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Josh Laurentsimilar↗ | Burnley | 31 | €1.5m | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €1.1m | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Jürgen Ekkelenkampsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 26 | €10m | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Mael Corbozsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 32 | €400k | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 87 | 79 |
| 9 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 86 | 80 |
| 10 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 85 | 80 |
| 12 | Justin Kumisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.3m | 84 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manuel Rodríguez
≈ 100% Manuel Rodríguez · medium reliability
≈ 100% Manuel Rodríguez · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Manuel Rodríguez · strong: Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Manuel Rodríguez?
By Doppel's fit score, Ibai Aguirre (Real Sociedad B) is the closest profile to Manuel Rodríguez, with a 80/100 overall match. Davy Klaassen and Josh Laurent are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Manuel Rodríguez?
Yes. Mael Corboz (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Manuel Rodríguez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Manuel Rodríguez'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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