Players like Gerard Yepes
CM/CDMEmpoli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGerard Yepes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gerard Yepes are George Thomason, Julian Baas, Abdellah Baallal. Doppel rates George Thomason (Wrexham) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Abdellah Baallal scores 81/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Gerard Yepes is a reliable defensive midfielder known for his strong aerial presence, winning a commendable percentage of duels. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 36% of his positional peers, he showcases durability with no games missed in the last three seasons. While not a primary playmaker, his solid defensive work and consistency make him a valuable asset in the midfield, providing stability and resilience for Empoli.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gerard Yepes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | George Thomasonsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 24 | €2.4m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 24 | €800k | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Enzo Leopoldsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 26 | €4.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Mika Baursimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €4.7m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gerard Yepes
≈ 100% Gerard Yepes · strong: Big chances created, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Gerard Yepes · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Gerard Yepes · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gerard Yepes?
Statistically, George Thomason (Wrexham) is the closest look-alike to Gerard Yepes — a 82/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Gerard Yepes?
By Doppel's fit score, George Thomason (Wrexham) is the closest profile to Gerard Yepes, with a 82/100 overall match. Julian Baas and Abdellah Baallal are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gerard Yepes?
Yes. Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gerard Yepes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gerard Yepes'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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