Players like Rafael Bauzà
CMEspanyol · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRafael Bauzà's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rafael Bauzà are Martin Palumbo, Jürgen Ekkelenkamp, Andrea Franzoni. Doppel rates Martin Palumbo (US Avellino 1912) a 84/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danijel Aleksić scores 83/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Rafael Bauzà is a robust central midfielder with a strong aerial presence, making him a valuable asset in both defensive and attacking phases. Despite being in the bottom third of his positional peers overall, his ability to win aerial duels and contribute with shots showcases his potential as a dynamic box-to-box player. His remarkable durability, with no games missed in the last three seasons, emphasizes his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Shots. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rafael Bauzà
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Martin Palumbosimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 24 | €1.6m | 96 | 84 |
| 2 | Jürgen Ekkelenkampsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €10m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Giovanni Fabbiansimilar↗ | Parma | 23 | €9.3m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Isaac Pricesimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €13m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Ilias Koutsoupiassimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €3.3m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rafael Bauzà
≈ 100% Rafael Bauzà · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Rafael Bauzà · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Rafael Bauzà · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rafael Bauzà?
Statistically, Martin Palumbo (US Avellino 1912) is the closest look-alike to Rafael Bauzà — a 84/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Rafael Bauzà?
By Doppel's fit score, Martin Palumbo (US Avellino 1912) is the closest profile to Rafael Bauzà, with a 84/100 overall match. Jürgen Ekkelenkamp and Andrea Franzoni are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rafael Bauzà?
Yes. Danijel Aleksić (Konyaspor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rafael Bauzà?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rafael Bauzà'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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