Players like Declan Rice
CM/CDMArsenal · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDeclan Rice's profile ↗
The players most similar to Declan Rice are Youri Tielemans, Leon Goretzka, Joey Veerman. Doppel rates Youri Tielemans (Aston Villa) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, James Ward-Prowse scores 85/100 at about €4.5m. Data as of September 2026.
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Declan Rice is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder, seamlessly blending defensive responsibilities with a potent attacking threat. His top 2% Sofascore rating signifies elite quality, while his ability to deliver accurate final-third passes and win possession in the attacking third showcases his influence on both sides of the ball. With just five games missed over the last three seasons, Rice's durability adds to his reliability as a cornerstone for Arsenal's midfield.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Sofascore rating, Touches. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Declan Rice
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Youri Tielemanssimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 29 | €33m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 94 | 84 |
| 3 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Dominik Szoboszlaisimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 26 | €91m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 92 | 82 |
| 10 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 28 | €19m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 91 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Declan Rice
≈ 100% Declan Rice · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating, Touches /90
≈ 100% Declan Rice · strong: Sofascore rating, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Touches /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Declan Rice · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Declan Rice?
By Doppel's fit score, Youri Tielemans (Aston Villa) is the closest profile to Declan Rice, with a 82/100 overall match. Leon Goretzka and Joey Veerman are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Declan Rice?
Yes. James Ward-Prowse (West Ham United) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €4.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Declan Rice?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Declan Rice'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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