Players like Stefano Russo
CM/CDMArminia Bielefeld · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitStefano Russo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Stefano Russo are Kevin Höög Jansson, Philipp Sander, Nicolas Schiavi. Doppel rates Kevin Höög Jansson (CF Estrela Amadora) a 80/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Höög Jansson scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Stefano Russo is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition plays and dominating aerial duels. With a Sofascore rating in the top 18% among his peers, he showcases elite qualities in clearances and aerial battles, making him a cornerstone of his team's defensive structure. While not a creative force in the final third, his reliability on the pitch—missing just six games over the last three seasons—underscores his value as a durable and dependable presence in midfield.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stefano Russo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 26 | €400k | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Nicolas Schiavisimilar↗ | Carrarese | 31 | €400k | 91 | 78 |
| 4 | Matthias Verrethsimilar↗ | Bari | 28 | €500k | 91 | 79 |
| 5 | Ben Whitemansimilar↗ | Preston North End | 30 | €2.1m | 90 | 78 |
| 6 | Aleksandar Stankovićsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 21 | €31m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Nicolas Madsensimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 26 | €5.2m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Matteo Pessinasimilar↗ | Monza | 29 | €4.8m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €8.6m | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Mika Baursimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €4.7m | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stefano Russo
≈ 100% Stefano Russo · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Stefano Russo · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Stefano Russo · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Stefano Russo?
Statistically, Kevin Höög Jansson (CF Estrela Amadora) is the closest look-alike to Stefano Russo — a 80/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Stefano Russo?
By Doppel's fit score, Kevin Höög Jansson (CF Estrela Amadora) is the closest profile to Stefano Russo, with a 80/100 overall match. Philipp Sander and Nicolas Schiavi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stefano Russo?
Yes. Kevin Höög Jansson (CF Estrela Amadora) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stefano Russo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stefano Russo'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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