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 (Stade Rennais) a 76/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matías Vecino scores 79/100 at about €1.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Manuel Ugarte is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition play and winning duels. With a Sofascore rating in the top 26% of his peers, he showcases elite tackling and interception skills, alongside a knack for winning possession in the attacking third. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only four games in the last three seasons, solidifying his reliability in the heart of midfield. While his offensive contributions may be limited, his defensive prowess makes him a vital cog in Manchester United's engine room.
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↗ | Stade Rennais | 31 | €2.6m | 91 | 76 |
| 2 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 76 |
| 3 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 4 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Girona FC | 28 | €5.6m | 86 | 77 |
| 5 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 24 | €22m | 86 | 79 |
| 6 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 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↗ | KRC Genk | 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↗ | Córdoba | 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, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Manuel Ugarte?
By Doppel's fit score, Baptiste Santamaria (Stade Rennais) is the closest profile to Manuel Ugarte, with a 76/100 overall match. Anouar El Azzouzi and Pablo Ibáñez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Manuel Ugarte?
Yes. Matías Vecino (Lazio) 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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