Players like Ryan Yates
CM/CDMNottingham Forest · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRyan Yates's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ryan Yates are Rubén Alcaraz, Jefferson Lerma, Roberto Gagliardini. Doppel rates Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) a 78/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rubén Alcaraz scores 78/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ryan Yates is a tenacious defensive midfielder, showcasing elite qualities as a combative presence in the centre of the park. His standout metrics in duels won, tackles, and interceptions highlight his ability to disrupt opposition play, making him a key asset defensively. While not known for his attacking contributions, his remarkable durability—missing no games in the last three seasons—cements his reliability in midfield battles.
Strengths: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ryan Yates
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Granada | 35 | €300k | 91 | 78 |
| 2 | Jefferson Lermasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 32 | €5.5m | 90 | 78 |
| 3 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 32 | €1.2m | 89 | 78 |
| 4 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 5 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 87 | 79 |
| 7 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 28 | €2.6m | 87 | 78 |
| 8 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Boca Juniors | 37 | €400k | 86 | 77 |
| 10 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 85 | 78 |
| 11 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 84 | 77 |
| 12 | Diego Gómezsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €27m | 84 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ryan Yates
≈ 100% Ryan Yates · strong: Accurate long balls, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Ryan Yates · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Ryan Yates · strong: Touches, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ryan Yates?
Statistically, Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) is the closest look-alike to Ryan Yates — a 78/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ryan Yates?
By Doppel's fit score, Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) is the closest profile to Ryan Yates, with a 78/100 overall match. Jefferson Lerma and Roberto Gagliardini are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ryan Yates?
Yes. Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ryan Yates?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ryan Yates'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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