Players like Mats Wieffer
CM/CDM/RBFeyenoord · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMats Wieffer's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mats Wieffer are Yangel Herrera, Jan Schöppner, Enric Llansana. Doppel rates Yangel Herrera (Girona FC) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Enric Llansana scores 83/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Mats Wieffer is a robust defensive midfielder known for his exceptional dueling ability and aerial prowess, ranking in the top 3% for both metrics among his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 6%, he consistently influences games through accurate final-third passing and relentless work rate. While his injury history raises concerns about availability, when fit, Wieffer is a commanding presence in midfield, offering both defensive stability and offensive support.
Strengths: Duels won, Aerial duels won, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 43 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mats Wieffer
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Girona FC | 28 | €5.6m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Lorenz Assignonsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 26 | €8.7m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Vandersonsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 25 | €17m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Diego Gómezsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €27m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | João Cancelosimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 32 | €8.6m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mats Wieffer
≈ 100% Mats Wieffer · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Mats Wieffer · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Mats Wieffer · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mats Wieffer?
By Doppel's fit score, Yangel Herrera (Girona FC) is the closest profile to Mats Wieffer, with a 82/100 overall match. Jan Schöppner and Enric Llansana are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mats Wieffer?
Yes. Enric Llansana (Go Ahead Eagles) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mats Wieffer?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mats Wieffer'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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