Players like Marvin Friedrich
CB/RBBorussia M'gladbach · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarvin Friedrich's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marvin Friedrich are Alejandro Catena, Nicolás Valentini, Patrick Mainka. Doppel rates Alejandro Catena (Osasuna) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Patrick Mainka scores 81/100 at about €2.6m. Data as of October 2026.
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Marvin Friedrich is a robust defensive anchor, excelling as a centre-back with strong aerial prowess and clearance capabilities. His solid presence in the back line is underscored by his top-tier metrics in clearances and aerial duels, making him a reliable option for thwarting opposing attacks. While he may not contribute significantly in the attacking phase, his durability shines through, having missed only a handful of games over the last three seasons.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won %, Shots. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marvin Friedrich
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 25 | €3.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Patrick Mainkasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 32 | €2.6m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 90 | 86 |
| 5 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 30 | €1.0m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marvin Friedrich
≈ 100% Marvin Friedrich · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Marvin Friedrich · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Marvin Friedrich · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Marvin Friedrich?
Statistically, Alejandro Catena (Osasuna) is the closest look-alike to Marvin Friedrich — a 82/100 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 Marvin Friedrich?
By Doppel's fit score, Alejandro Catena (Osasuna) is the closest profile to Marvin Friedrich, with a 82/100 overall match. Nicolás Valentini and Patrick Mainka are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marvin Friedrich?
Yes. Patrick Mainka (1. FC Heidenheim) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €2.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marvin Friedrich?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marvin Friedrich's 2024/25 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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