Players like Enzo Barrenechea
CM/CDMBenfica · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEnzo Barrenechea's profile ↗
The players most similar to Enzo Barrenechea are Ao Tanaka, Rubén Alcaraz, Nacho Martín. Doppel rates Ao Tanaka (Leeds United) a 76/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rubén Alcaraz scores 77/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Enzo Barrenechea is a robust defensive midfielder, known for his exceptional ability to win duels and dominate aerial battles. With a Sofascore rating in the top 36% of his positional peers, his reliability shines through in his impressive touches and clearances, showcasing his role as a defensive anchor. With only four games missed in the last three seasons, Barrenechea exemplifies durability and consistency, making him a key asset in midfield for Benfica.
Strengths: Touches, Aerial duels won, Duels won. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Enzo Barrenechea
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ao Tanakasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €14m | 90 | 76 |
| 2 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Granada | 35 | €300k | 89 | 77 |
| 3 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 88 | 77 |
| 4 | Eric Garcíasimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 25 | €39m | 88 | 76 |
| 5 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 88 | 76 |
| 6 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Unai Vencedorsimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €1.5m | 87 | 78 |
| 8 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Marc Casadósimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 23 | €17m | 87 | 77 |
| 10 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 32 | €1.2m | 87 | 77 |
| 12 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 86 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Enzo Barrenechea
≈ 100% Enzo Barrenechea · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Touches /90
≈ 100% Enzo Barrenechea · strong: Accurate long balls, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Enzo Barrenechea · strong: Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Enzo Barrenechea?
Statistically, Ao Tanaka (Leeds United) is the closest look-alike to Enzo Barrenechea — a 76/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Enzo Barrenechea?
By Doppel's fit score, Ao Tanaka (Leeds United) is the closest profile to Enzo Barrenechea, with a 76/100 overall match. Rubén Alcaraz and Nacho Martín are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Enzo Barrenechea?
Yes. Rubén Alcaraz (Granada) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Enzo Barrenechea?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Enzo Barrenechea'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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