Players like Thiago Almada
CAM/LWBotafogo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitThiago Almada's profile ↗
The players most similar to Thiago Almada are Fermín López, Marcus Tavernier, Rémy Cabella. Doppel rates Fermín López (FC Barcelona) 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 September 2026.
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Thiago Almada is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his playmaking ability and creativity in the final third. His elite passing accuracy and high touch volume make him a pivotal figure in build-up play, while his tenacity in winning possession showcases his work rate. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top tier of his positional peers, Almada is a reliable contributor who has missed few games over the last three seasons, reinforcing his durability on the pitch.
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 | Fermín Lópezsimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 23 | €103m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Marcus Taverniersimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 27 | €23m | 95 | 84 |
| 3 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Lille | 36 | €1.2m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Florian Wirtzsimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 23 | €95m | 94 | 84 |
| 5 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 94 | 86 |
| 6 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 94 | 85 |
| 7 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Rodrigo Riquelmesimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 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 | Anthony Gordonsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €67m | 93 | 83 |
| 12 | Álex Berenguersimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 31 | €4.1m | 92 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thiago Almada
≈ 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, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Clearances /90, Possession won in att. third /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 best replacement for Thiago Almada?
By Doppel's fit score, Fermín López (FC Barcelona) is the closest profile to Thiago Almada, with a 84/100 overall match. Marcus Tavernier and Rémy Cabella are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thiago Almada?
Yes. Rémy Cabella (Lille) 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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