Players like Gerard Yepes
CM/CDMEmpoli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGerard Yepes's profile ↗
Gerard Yepes is a 24-year-old central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Empoli in the Italian Serie B, with 32 appearances, 1 goal, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Yepes include George Thomason from Wrexham, who has a fit score of 82, and Julian Baas from Excelsior, also with a fit score of 82. Another comparable option is Abdellah Baallal from Clermont Foot, who has a fit score of 81.
About Gerard Yepes
Gerard Yepes is a reliable defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition play and dominating aerial duels, ranking in the top 27% among his peers. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top 30%, he consistently contributes to his team's stability and control in midfield. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability and fitness. While his offensive metrics may not stand out, his core strength lies in his defensive capabilities and work rate.
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↗ | Excelsior | 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↗ | Kayserispor | 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 · data: Sofascore, 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 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?
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