Players like Ruan
CBAtlético Mineiro · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitRuan's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ruan are Lennard Maloney, Emirhan Topçu, Alberto Dossena. Doppel rates Lennard Maloney (1. FSV Mainz 05) a 82/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Syb Van Ottele scores 83/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ruan is a dynamic, aggressive front-foot defender, excelling in winning possession in the attacking third and creating big chances, showcasing his ability to contribute beyond traditional defensive duties. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 15% of his peers, his strong tackling and interception stats highlight his defensive prowess. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, having missed significant time over the past three seasons.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 57 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ruan
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lennard Maloneysimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 27 | €2.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 2 | Emirhan Topçusimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €6.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Leon Robinsonsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 88 | 83 |
| 6 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 30 | €1.0m | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Olivier Aertssensimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €600k | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 25 | €3.1m | 87 | 82 |
| 10 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 22 | €700k | 87 | 83 |
| 11 | Boris Popovićsimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 26 | €900k | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Kevin Mac Allistersimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 29 | €12m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ruan
≈ 100% Ruan · strong: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Ruan · strong: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Ruan · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ruan?
Statistically, Lennard Maloney (1. FSV Mainz 05) is the closest look-alike to Ruan — a 82/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ruan?
By Doppel's fit score, Lennard Maloney (1. FSV Mainz 05) is the closest profile to Ruan, with a 82/100 overall match. Emirhan Topçu and Alberto Dossena are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ruan?
Yes. Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ruan?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ruan's 2023/24 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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