Players like Martín Payero
CMCremonese · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMartín Payero's profile ↗
The players most similar to Martín Payero are Merlin Röhl, Paul Wanner, Pablo Ibáñez. Doppel rates Merlin Röhl (SC Freiburg) a 83/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Pablo Ibáñez scores 83/100 at about €4.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Martín Payero is an energetic, combative central midfielder, excelling in duels and contributing significantly to both defensive and offensive phases. Despite a low overall quality rating, his standout metrics in winning tackles and successful dribbles highlight his tenacity and ability to disrupt play. However, his injury history raises concerns about his availability, which may impact his contributions over the season.
Strengths: Duels won, Shots, Successful dribbles. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Martín Payero
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Merlin Röhlsimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 24 | €15m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Paul Wannersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €23m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Dehmaine Tabibousimilar↗ | Nantes | 21 | €5.4m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | James McAteesimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 24 | €16m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Fabio Mirettisimilar↗ | Genoa | 23 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €4.5m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Jacopo Fazzinisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €8.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Christantus Uchesimilar↗ | Getafe | 23 | €13m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 90 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Martín Payero
≈ 100% Martín Payero · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Martín Payero · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Martín Payero · strong: Duels won, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Martín Payero?
By Doppel's fit score, Merlin Röhl (SC Freiburg) is the closest profile to Martín Payero, with a 83/100 overall match. Paul Wanner and Pablo Ibáñez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Martín Payero?
Yes. Pablo Ibáñez (Deportivo Alavés) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €4.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Martín Payero?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Martín Payero'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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