Players like Matthias Verreth
CM/CDMBari · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatthias Verreth's profile ↗
The players most similar to Matthias Verreth are Áron Csongvai, Mika Baur, Aleksandar Stanković. Doppel rates Áron Csongvai (AIK) a 79/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Elias Kristoffersen Hagen scores 79/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Matthias Verreth is a commanding defensive midfielder with a strong aerial presence and pinpoint passing ability, excelling in both long balls and crosses. His top 9% Sofascore rating highlights his elite quality, making him a vital asset in the midfield. With remarkable durability, having missed no games in three seasons, he consistently anchors the team's performance, though his limited success in dribbles and duels indicates a more distribution-focused role rather than a ball-winning dynamo.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Matthias Verreth
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Áron Csongvaisimilar↗ | AIK | 26 | €1.8m | 92 | 79 |
| 2 | Mika Baursimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €4.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Aleksandar Stankovićsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 21 | €31m | 89 | 79 |
| 4 | Martin Palumbosimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 24 | €1.6m | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Elias Kristoffersen Hagensimilar↗ | Vålerenga IF | 26 | €600k | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €1.1m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Alex Salasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €1.0m | 87 | 79 |
| 9 | Nicolas Madsensimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 26 | €5.2m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 29 | €8.6m | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Matthias Verreth
≈ 100% Matthias Verreth · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Matthias Verreth · strong: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Matthias Verreth · strong: Clearances, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Shots /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Matthias Verreth?
By Doppel's fit score, Áron Csongvai (AIK) is the closest profile to Matthias Verreth, with a 79/100 overall match. Mika Baur and Aleksandar Stanković are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Matthias Verreth?
Yes. Elias Kristoffersen Hagen (Vålerenga IF) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Matthias Verreth?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Matthias Verreth'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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