Players like Casemiro
CM/CDMManchester United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCasemiro's profile ↗
The players most similar to Casemiro are Neil El Aynaoui, Corentin Tolisso, Leon Goretzka. Doppel rates Neil El Aynaoui (RC Lens) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jae-sung Lee scores 82/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Casemiro is a dominant defensive midfielder, blending goal-scoring prowess with exceptional tackling and interception skills. With a Sofascore rating in the top 8% of his peers, he showcases elite capabilities, netting 9 goals this season while winning duels at an impressive rate. Although he has faced injury challenges, his reliability on the pitch when fit makes him a crucial asset for any team.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Tackles + interceptions, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Casemiro
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Rodrisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 30 | €50m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 29 | €8.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Tom Bischofsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 21 | €39m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Casemiro
≈ 100% Casemiro · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Casemiro · strong: Possession won in att. third, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Casemiro · strong: Sofascore rating, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Touches /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Casemiro?
By Doppel's fit score, Neil El Aynaoui (RC Lens) is the closest profile to Casemiro, with a 84/100 overall match. Corentin Tolisso and Leon Goretzka are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Casemiro?
Yes. Jae-sung Lee (1. FSV Mainz 05) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Casemiro?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Casemiro'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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