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 (Cádiz) 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 September 2026.
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Stijn Spierings is a tenacious defensive midfielder who excels in breaking up play and distributing the ball effectively. With an impressive Sofascore rating in the top 35% of his peers, he showcases elite tackling and interception abilities, complemented by accurate long passes that help transition play. Spierings' durability is a major asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in the heart of Toulouse's 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↗ | Cádiz | 35 | €300k | 91 | 78 |
| 2 | Lucas Robertonesimilar↗ | Almería | 29 | €1.9m | 90 | 77 |
| 3 | Leandro Paredessimilar↗ | AS Roma | 32 | €5.3m | 89 | 77 |
| 4 | Peer Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €13m | 88 | 77 |
| 5 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 37 | €400k | 88 | 78 |
| 6 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Monza | 32 | €1.2m | 87 | 77 |
| 7 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 86 | 77 |
| 8 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 86 | 82 |
| 9 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 86 | 78 |
| 11 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 84 | 78 |
| 12 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 84 | 79 |
* 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 best replacement for Stijn Spierings?
By Doppel's fit score, Rubén Alcaraz (Cádiz) 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 (Cádiz) 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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