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 September 2026.
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Enzo Barrenechea is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his relentless work rate and ability to dominate the midfield with physical duels. With a Sofascore rating in the top 36% of his peers, he excels in aerial battles and winning challenges, making him a reliable presence in both defence and midfield. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only four games in three seasons, ensuring consistent contributions to Benfica’s campaign. While he may not be a goal-scoring threat, his defensive acumen and ball-winning prowess are invaluable.
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↗ | Cádiz | 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↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Unai Vencedorsimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 26 | €1.5m | 87 | 78 |
| 8 | Ramiz Zerroukisimilar↗ | FC Twente | 28 | €6.0m | 87 | 76 |
| 9 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Marc Casadósimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 23 | €17m | 87 | 76 |
| 11 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 87 | 79 |
| 12 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Monza | 32 | €1.2m | 87 | 77 |
* 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 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 (Cádiz) 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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