Players like Thiago Almada
CAM/LWAtlético Madrid · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitThiago Almada's profile ↗
The players most similar to Thiago Almada are Marcus Tavernier, Fermín López, Rémy Cabella. Doppel rates Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rémy Cabella scores 85/100 at about €1.2m. Data as of October 2026.
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Thiago Almada is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his precise passing and ability to control the game in the final third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 44% of his positional peers, he excels at creating opportunities, evident in his elite percentile for accurate final-third passes and touches. While he may not be the most prolific finisher, his consistency and durability—missing only 10 games in three seasons—make him a reliable asset for Atlético Madrid.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Touches, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thiago Almada
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marcus Taverniersimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 27 | €23m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Fermín Lópezsimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 23 | €103m | 95 | 84 |
| 3 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Nantes | 36 | €1.2m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Florian Wirtzsimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 23 | €95m | 94 | 84 |
| 5 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 94 | 86 |
| 6 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 21 | €21m | 94 | 85 |
| 7 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 94 | 85 |
| 8 | Rodrigo Riquelmesimilar↗ | Real Betis | 26 | €4.3m | 93 | 83 |
| 9 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 93 | 84 |
| 10 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 93 | 83 |
| 11 | Álex Berenguersimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 31 | €4.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thiago Almada
≈ 100% Thiago Almada · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Clearances /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Thiago Almada · strong: Big chances created, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Shots /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Thiago Almada · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Thiago Almada?
Statistically, Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth) is the closest look-alike to Thiago Almada — a 84/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Thiago Almada?
By Doppel's fit score, Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth) is the closest profile to Thiago Almada, with a 84/100 overall match. Fermín López and Rémy Cabella are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thiago Almada?
Yes. Rémy Cabella (Nantes) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thiago Almada?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thiago Almada's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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