Players like Samuel Renel
CM/CDMRed Star FC · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamuel Renel's profile ↗
The players most similar to Samuel Renel are Daniel Johnson, Rafael Lubach, Ajdin Hrustić. Doppel rates Daniel Johnson (Stoke City) a 82/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Daniel Johnson scores 82/100 at about €300k. Data as of July 2026.
About Samuel Renel
Samuel Renel is a deep-lying playmaker who excels in distribution, showcasing his ability to deliver accurate long balls and crosses, ranking in the top 25% of his peers in both metrics. Despite his lower ratings in duels and aerial challenges, his durability is a significant asset, having missed only three games in the last three seasons. While he may not dominate defensively, his vision and passing precision make him a reliable presence in midfield.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Samuel Renel
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Johnsonsimilar↗ | Stoke City | 34 | €300k | 91 | 82 |
| 2 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Tommaso Bertisimilar↗ | Cesena | 22 | €6.0m | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Alexandru Maximsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 36 | €300k | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 88 | 85 |
| 8 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | João Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 29 | €4.8m | 87 | 82 |
| 10 | Qazim Lacisimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 30 | €2.9m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Håkon Evjensimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 26 | €4.8m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samuel Renel
≈ 100% Samuel Renel · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Samuel Renel · strong: Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Samuel Renel · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Samuel Renel?
By Doppel's fit score, Daniel Johnson (Stoke City) is the closest profile to Samuel Renel, with a 82/100 overall match. Rafael Lubach and Ajdin Hrustić are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Samuel Renel?
Yes. Daniel Johnson (Stoke City) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Samuel Renel?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Samuel Renel's 2024/25 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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