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, Yann Bodiger scores 78/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Urko González is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up play and providing defensive stability. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 11% of his peers, his strengths in clearances and duels highlight his ability to disrupt opposition attacks effectively. With an impressive record of availability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, he demonstrates reliability and durability in a demanding role.
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 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 90 | 77 |
| 5 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 6 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €4.1m | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 8 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 22 | €1.6m | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 26 | €400k | 89 | 77 |
| 10 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 88 | 79 |
| 11 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €1.3m | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 81 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Urko González?
Statistically, Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) is the closest look-alike to Urko González — a 78/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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. Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
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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