Players like Martin Palumbo
CMUS Avellino 1912 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMartin Palumbo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Martin Palumbo are Rafael Bauzà, Filippo Ranocchia, Victor Torp. Doppel rates Rafael Bauzà (Espanyol) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thomas Van den Keybus scores 82/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Martin Palumbo is a versatile central midfielder known for his ability to contribute offensively while maintaining a solid defensive presence. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 45% of his peers, he excels in clearances and accurate crosses, showcasing his defensive acumen and ability to support attacks. While his tackling and interceptions could improve, Palumbo's durability is a plus, having missed only nine games over the last three seasons, making him a reliable option in the midfield.
Strengths: Clearances, Accurate crosses, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Martin Palumbo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €1.1m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Victor Torpsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Ilias Koutsoupiassimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €3.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Thomas Brunssimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 34 | €200k | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Martin Palumbo
≈ 100% Martin Palumbo · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Martin Palumbo · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Martin Palumbo · strong: Shots, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Martin Palumbo?
Statistically, Rafael Bauzà (Espanyol) is the closest look-alike to Martin Palumbo — a 83/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Martin Palumbo?
By Doppel's fit score, Rafael Bauzà (Espanyol) is the closest profile to Martin Palumbo, with a 83/100 overall match. Filippo Ranocchia and Victor Torp are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Martin Palumbo?
Yes. Thomas Van den Keybus (KVC Westerlo) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Martin Palumbo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Martin Palumbo'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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