Players like Rafael Lubach
CM/CDM1. FC Nürnberg · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRafael Lubach's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rafael Lubach are Sonny Carey, Nermin Karić, Jonas Therkelsen. Doppel rates Sonny Carey (Charlton Athletic) a 86/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mohamed Nassoh scores 88/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Rafael Lubach is a goal-scoring central midfielder with a knack for contributing in the final third, showcasing his ability to find the net and create opportunities. Despite being in the bottom percentile of overall quality among his peers, his durability stands out, having missed only two games in three seasons. While he may need to sharpen his defensive contributions, his strengths in accurate crossing and successful dribbles highlight his potential as a dynamic playmaker in attack.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Accurate crosses, xG + xA. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rafael Lubach
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sonny Careysimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 25 | €4.2m | 96 | 86 |
| 2 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Jonas Therkelsensimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 23 | €2.7m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Luis Hasasimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €4.4m | 94 | 85 |
| 5 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 93 | 88 |
| 6 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Fabian Riedersimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 24 | €11m | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Rodrigo Atenciosimilar↗ | Independiente Rivadavia | 24 | €2.2m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Husseyn Chakrounsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 22 | €1.7m | 92 | 87 |
| 10 | Isaac Pricesimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €13m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | João Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 29 | €4.8m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rafael Lubach
≈ 100% Rafael Lubach · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Rafael Lubach · strong: Accurate crosses, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Rafael Lubach · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate crosses /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rafael Lubach?
Statistically, Sonny Carey (Charlton Athletic) is the closest look-alike to Rafael Lubach — a 86/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Rafael Lubach?
By Doppel's fit score, Sonny Carey (Charlton Athletic) is the closest profile to Rafael Lubach, with a 86/100 overall match. Nermin Karić and Jonas Therkelsen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rafael Lubach?
Yes. Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 88/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rafael Lubach?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rafael Lubach'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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