Players like Matthias Verreth
CM/CDMBari · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatthias Verreth's profile ↗
Matthias Verreth is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Bari in the ITA-Serie B, with 26 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 2 assists over 1924 minutes. Players similar to Verreth include Mika Baur from SC Paderborn 07, who has a fit score of 83/100, and Martin Palumbo of US Avellino 1912, with a fit score of 80/100.
About Matthias Verreth
Matthias Verreth is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and providing a solid presence in the midfield. With a Sofascore rating in the top 3% of his peers, he showcases exceptional reliability and accuracy in his passing, particularly with long balls and crosses. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a stalwart in the heart of the midfield. While he may not be the most dynamic in dribbling or winning duels, his strengths firmly establish him as a top player in his role.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses. 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 · data: Sofascore, 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.
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