Players like Mario Martín
CM/CDMGetafe · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMario Martín's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mario Martín are Makaya Ibrahima Diaby, Leonel Bucca, Noah Mbamba. Doppel rates Makaya Ibrahima Diaby (Cercle Brugge) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Leonel Bucca scores 81/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Mario Martín is a tenacious defensive midfielder who excels in breaking up play and winning duels, showcasing elite aerial ability and a relentless work rate. Despite his low overall rating, his durability stands out, having not missed a game in three seasons, proving his reliability on the pitch. While he may struggle to contribute offensively, his defensive contributions make him a valuable asset in protecting the backline and disrupting opponents' attacks.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mario Martín
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Leonel Buccasimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 27 | €800k | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 21 | €1.8m | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Marshall Munetsisimilar↗ | Stade de Reims | 30 | €16m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Diego Gómezsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €27m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 88 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mario Martín
≈ 100% Mario Martín · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Mario Martín · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Mario Martín · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mario Martín?
By Doppel's fit score, Makaya Ibrahima Diaby (Cercle Brugge) is the closest profile to Mario Martín, with a 84/100 overall match. Leonel Bucca and Noah Mbamba are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mario Martín?
Yes. Leonel Bucca (CF Estrela Amadora) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mario Martín?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mario Martín'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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