Players like Marin Pongračić
CB/RBFiorentina · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarin Pongračić's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marin Pongračić are Gael Alonso, Álex Martín, Syb Van Ottele. Doppel rates Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Álex Martín scores 80/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Marin Pongračić is a ball-playing centre-back with a knack for distributing accurate long balls, showcasing his elite vision and composure on the ball. With a Sofascore rating in the top 44% of his positional peers, he stands out for his reliability in defence, complemented by solid tackling and interception stats. While not a prolific creator, his durability over the last three seasons—missing only 13 games—adds to his value as a dependable presence in the backline.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Touches, Successful dribbles. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marin Pongračić
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gael Alonsosimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €1.0m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Álex Martínsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 28 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Deveron Fonvillesimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Marcos Alonsosimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 36 | €1.3m | 87 | 80 |
| 6 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Adam Obertsimilar↗ | Cagliari | 24 | €6.4m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Harry Clarkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 25 | €2.4m | 85 | 81 |
| 10 | Olivier Aertssensimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €600k | 85 | 81 |
| 11 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 84 | 81 |
| 12 | Arthur Theatesimilar↗ | Bologna | 26 | €17m | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marin Pongračić
≈ 100% Marin Pongračić · strong: Sofascore rating, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Marin Pongračić · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Marin Pongračić · strong: Accurate long balls, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Marin Pongračić?
Statistically, Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) is the closest look-alike to Marin Pongračić — a 81/100 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 Marin Pongračić?
By Doppel's fit score, Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) is the closest profile to Marin Pongračić, with a 81/100 overall match. Álex Martín and Syb Van Ottele are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marin Pongračić?
Yes. Álex Martín (Córdoba) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marin Pongračić?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marin Pongračić's 2025/26 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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