Players like Luka Hyryläinen
CM/CDM1. FC Magdeburg · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuka Hyryläinen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Luka Hyryläinen are Leonardo Lopes, Marshall Munetsi, Julian Niehues. Doppel rates Leonardo Lopes (Cercle Brugge) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Makaya Ibrahima Diaby scores 80/100 at about €1.5m. Data as of September 2026.
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Luka Hyryläinen is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and tenacity in reclaiming possession. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 46% of his peers, he excels in aerial duels and makes key clearances, showcasing his defensive solidity. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, having missed 21 games over the last three seasons. While he may not contribute offensively, his ability to disrupt opposition play makes him a valuable asset in breaking up attacks.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Luka Hyryläinen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Marshall Munetsisimilar↗ | Stade de Reims | 30 | €16m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 91 | 79 |
| 5 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 23 | €2.8m | 89 | 78 |
| 6 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Mauro Arambarrisimilar↗ | Getafe | 31 | €8.3m | 88 | 78 |
| 9 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 88 | 78 |
| 10 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Nolan Binetsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 22 | €1.2m | 87 | 79 |
| 12 | Selvi Clúasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €300k | 87 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luka Hyryläinen
≈ 100% Luka Hyryläinen · strong: Aerial duels won, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Luka Hyryläinen · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Luka Hyryläinen · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Luka Hyryläinen?
By Doppel's fit score, Leonardo Lopes (Cercle Brugge) is the closest profile to Luka Hyryläinen, with a 81/100 overall match. Marshall Munetsi and Julian Niehues are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Luka Hyryläinen?
Yes. Makaya Ibrahima Diaby (Cercle Brugge) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Luka Hyryläinen?
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