Players like Mario Pašalić
CM/CDM/CAMAtalanta · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMario Pašalić's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mario Pašalić are Ruslan Malinovskyi, Hans Vanaken, James Ward-Prowse. Doppel rates Ruslan Malinovskyi (Genoa) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ruslan Malinovskyi scores 82/100 at about €2.6m. Data as of September 2026.
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Mario Pašalić is a dynamic central midfielder known for his ability to influence the game both defensively and offensively. With a top 34% rating among peers, he excels in creating big chances and delivering accurate final-third passes, demonstrating his playmaking prowess. His aerial ability further enhances his midfield presence, while his impressive durability—missing no games in the last three seasons—makes him a reliable asset for Atalanta.
Strengths: xG + xA, Big chances created, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mario Pašalić
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ruslan Malinovskyisimilar↗ | Genoa | 33 | €2.6m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Hans Vanakensimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 34 | €4.8m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Enzo Fernándezsimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €87m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Franco Cristaldosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 30 | €3.6m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mario Pašalić
≈ 100% Mario Pašalić · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Mario Pašalić · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Mario Pašalić · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mario Pašalić?
By Doppel's fit score, Ruslan Malinovskyi (Genoa) is the closest profile to Mario Pašalić, with a 82/100 overall match. Hans Vanaken and James Ward-Prowse are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mario Pašalić?
Yes. Ruslan Malinovskyi (Genoa) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €2.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mario Pašalić?
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