Players like Diego Gómez
CM/RW/LWBrighton & Hove Albion · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDiego Gómez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Diego Gómez are Eric Ebimbe, Patrick Wimmer, Abdou Harroui. Doppel rates Eric Ebimbe (FC Schalke 04) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Alireza Jahanbakhsh scores 82/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Diego Gómez is a tenacious ball-winning central midfielder with a knack for disrupting opposition plays. His elite metrics in tackles, interceptions, and duels highlight his aggressive, front-foot style, making him a key defensive asset in midfield. However, his finishing leaves room for improvement, and his injury history raises concerns about reliability. Despite these challenges, he remains a hard worker and a valuable contributor when fit.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won, Aerial duels won. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Diego Gómez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Patrick Wimmersimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 25 | €11m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €1.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | Alireza Jahanbakhshsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 33 | €500k | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Morgan Guilavoguisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 28 | €4.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €27m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Carlos Alcarazsimilar↗ | Everton | 24 | €15m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Romain Del Castillosimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 30 | €6.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Anton Kadesimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 22 | €10m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Marcus Taverniersimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 27 | €23m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Dango Ouattarasimilar↗ | Brentford | 24 | €36m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Diego Gómez
≈ 100% Diego Gómez · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Diego Gómez · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Diego Gómez · strong: Shots, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Diego Gómez?
Statistically, Eric Ebimbe (FC Schalke 04) is the closest look-alike to Diego Gómez — a 85/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Diego Gómez?
By Doppel's fit score, Eric Ebimbe (FC Schalke 04) is the closest profile to Diego Gómez, with a 85/100 overall match. Patrick Wimmer and Abdou Harroui are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Diego Gómez?
Yes. Alireza Jahanbakhsh (Excelsior) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Diego Gómez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Diego Gómez'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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