Players like Urko González
CM/CDMEspanyol · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitUrko González's profile ↗
The players most similar to Urko González are Yann Bodiger, Ibrahim Fofana, Justin Smith. Doppel rates Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) a 78/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Adam Carlén scores 77/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Urko González is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition play and providing a solid shield for the backline. With impressive clearances and a strong tackle+interception rate, he thrives in disrupting attacks, making him reliable and durable with no missed games over three seasons. While his offensive contributions are limited, his defensive prowess positions him as a key asset in a structured midfield, albeit in the lower tier of overall quality among his peers.
Strengths: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Urko González
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 93 | 78 |
| 2 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 90 | 78 |
| 4 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | Caen | 22 | €4.1m | 90 | 78 |
| 6 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 7 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 22 | €1.6m | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 26 | €400k | 89 | 77 |
| 9 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Lecco | 23 | €1.3m | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 88 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Urko González
≈ 100% Urko González · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Urko González · low reliability
≈ 100% Urko González · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Urko González?
By Doppel's fit score, Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) is the closest profile to Urko González, with a 78/100 overall match. Ibrahim Fofana and Justin Smith are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Urko González?
Yes. Adam Carlén (IFK Göteborg) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Urko González?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Urko González'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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