Players like Finn Porath
CM/LM/RMFC Schalke 04 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFinn Porath's profile ↗
The players most similar to Finn Porath are Pieter Gerkens, Simone Zanon, Rolando Mandragora. Doppel rates Pieter Gerkens (Cercle Brugge) a 81/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, David Hrnčár scores 80/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Finn Porath is a defensive-minded central midfielder, excelling in breaking up play and contributing to his team's defensive solidity. With an impressive ability in clearances and duels, he ranks among the top percentile of his peers, showcasing his resilience and tenacity on the pitch. While his offensive contributions may not be his strongest suit, his consistent availability and work ethic make him a reliable asset in midfield for FC Schalke 04.
Strengths: Clearances, Duels won, Accurate long balls. Availability: 14 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Finn Porath
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 90 | 81 |
| 2 | Simone Zanonsimilar↗ | Carrarese | 25 | €2.3m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €8.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Dani De Witsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 28 | €3.8m | 88 | 79 |
| 5 | Vito van Crooijsimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 30 | €900k | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 87 | 79 |
| 8 | David Hrnčársimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €500k | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Mika Baursimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €4.7m | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €1.1m | 86 | 78 |
| 11 | Sander van de Streeksimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 33 | €500k | 85 | 79 |
| 12 | Thibo Somerssimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 27 | €2.9m | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Finn Porath
≈ 100% Finn Porath · strong: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Finn Porath · strong: Aerial duels won, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Finn Porath · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Finn Porath?
Statistically, Pieter Gerkens (Cercle Brugge) is the closest look-alike to Finn Porath — a 81/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Finn Porath?
By Doppel's fit score, Pieter Gerkens (Cercle Brugge) is the closest profile to Finn Porath, with a 81/100 overall match. Simone Zanon and Rolando Mandragora are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Finn Porath?
Yes. David Hrnčár (FCV Dender) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Finn Porath?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Finn Porath'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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