Players like Stijn Spierings
CM/CDMToulouse · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitStijn Spierings's profile ↗
The players most similar to Stijn Spierings are Rubén Alcaraz, Lucas Robertone, Leandro Paredes. Doppel rates Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) a 78/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rubén Alcaraz scores 78/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Stijn Spierings is a robust defensive midfielder with a keen eye for distribution, excelling in breaking up play and initiating attacks with his accurate long balls. With a Sofascore rating in the top 35% of his peers, he showcases elite tackling and interception skills, complemented by his ability to regain possession in the attacking third. His impressive durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in midfield.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate long balls, Possession won in att. third. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stijn Spierings
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Granada | 35 | €300k | 91 | 78 |
| 2 | Lucas Robertonesimilar↗ | Almería | 29 | €1.9m | 90 | 77 |
| 3 | Leandro Paredessimilar↗ | Boca Juniors | 32 | €5.3m | 89 | 77 |
| 4 | Peer Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €13m | 88 | 77 |
| 5 | Pape Diopsimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 23 | €8.2m | 88 | 77 |
| 6 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Boca Juniors | 37 | €400k | 88 | 78 |
| 7 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 32 | €1.2m | 87 | 77 |
| 8 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 86 | 77 |
| 9 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 86 | 78 |
| 11 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 86 | 78 |
| 12 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 85 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stijn Spierings
≈ 100% Stijn Spierings · strong: Accurate long balls, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Stijn Spierings · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Stijn Spierings · strong: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Stijn Spierings?
Statistically, Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) is the closest look-alike to Stijn Spierings — a 78/100 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 Stijn Spierings?
By Doppel's fit score, Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) is the closest profile to Stijn Spierings, with a 78/100 overall match. Lucas Robertone and Leandro Paredes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stijn Spierings?
Yes. Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stijn Spierings?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stijn Spierings's 2023/24 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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