Players like Simone Santoro
CM/CDMModena · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSimone Santoro's profile ↗
The players most similar to Simone Santoro are Filippo Ranocchia, Sydie Peck, Oscar Fraulo. Doppel rates Filippo Ranocchia (Palermo) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bruno Henrique scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of July 2026.
About Simone Santoro
Simone Santoro is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for influencing the game in the final third. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 10% of his positional peers, showcasing his ability to create chances and contribute offensively, reflected in his solid goal and assist tally. While his defensive metrics may not stand out, his aerial prowess and durability—missing only two games in the last three seasons—underscore his reliability and presence on the pitch.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Simone Santoro
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Oscar Fraulosimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 23 | €2.7m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Lewis Fergusonsimilar↗ | Bologna | 27 | €13m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Kenneth Taylorsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €26m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Victor Torpsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Simone Santoro
≈ 100% Simone Santoro · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Simone Santoro · strong: Aerial duels won, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, xG + xA /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Simone Santoro · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Simone Santoro?
By Doppel's fit score, Filippo Ranocchia (Palermo) is the closest profile to Simone Santoro, with a 82/100 overall match. Sydie Peck and Oscar Fraulo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Simone Santoro?
Yes. Bruno Henrique (Internacional) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Simone Santoro?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Simone Santoro'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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