Players like Manuel Ugarte
CM/CDMManchester United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitManuel Ugarte's profile ↗
The players most similar to Manuel Ugarte are Baptiste Santamaria, Anouar El Azzouzi, Pablo Ibáñez. Doppel rates Baptiste Santamaria (Valencia) a 77/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matías Vecino scores 79/100 at about €1.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Manuel Ugarte is an elite defensive midfielder, excelling as a ball-winning disruptor in the heart of the pitch. With top-tier metrics in tackles, interceptions, and duels won, he consistently stifles opposition attacks and recycles possession effectively. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only four games over the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in Manchester United's lineup. While his offensive contributions aren't his primary strength, his defensive prowess makes him a vital cog in any midfield.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third, Duels won. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Manuel Ugarte
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baptiste Santamariasimilar↗ | Valencia | 31 | €2.6m | 91 | 77 |
| 2 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 76 |
| 3 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 4 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 28 | €5.6m | 86 | 77 |
| 5 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 24 | €22m | 86 | 79 |
| 6 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 85 | 79 |
| 7 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 85 | 77 |
| 8 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 85 | 76 |
| 10 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 84 | 77 |
| 11 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 84 | 79 |
| 12 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 83 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manuel Ugarte
≈ 100% Manuel Ugarte · strong: Accurate long balls, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Manuel Ugarte · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Manuel Ugarte · strong: Duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Manuel Ugarte?
Statistically, Baptiste Santamaria (Valencia) is the closest look-alike to Manuel Ugarte — a 77/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Manuel Ugarte?
By Doppel's fit score, Baptiste Santamaria (Valencia) is the closest profile to Manuel Ugarte, with a 77/100 overall match. Anouar El Azzouzi and Pablo Ibáñez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Manuel Ugarte?
Yes. Matías Vecino (No team) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €1.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Manuel Ugarte?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Manuel Ugarte'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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