Players like Patrizio Masini
CM/CDMAscoli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPatrizio Masini's profile ↗
The players most similar to Patrizio Masini are Ryan Yates, Mikel Vesga, Rubén Alcaraz. Doppel rates Ryan Yates (Nottingham Forest) a 78/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rubén Alcaraz scores 78/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Patrizio Masini is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in defensive contributions with top percentile rankings in tackles, interceptions, and duels won. While his Sofascore rating places him in the bottom 44% of his peers, his durability stands out with only three games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. Though his offensive output is limited, his primary focus on breaking up play makes him a valuable asset in midfield battles.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Patrizio Masini
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryan Yatessimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 29 | €7.2m | 94 | 78 |
| 2 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 35 | €300k | 91 | 78 |
| 4 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Monza | 32 | €1.2m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 37 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Peer Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €13m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 87 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Patrizio Masini
≈ 100% Patrizio Masini · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Patrizio Masini · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Patrizio Masini · strong: Accurate long balls, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Patrizio Masini?
By Doppel's fit score, Ryan Yates (Nottingham Forest) is the closest profile to Patrizio Masini, with a 78/100 overall match. Mikel Vesga and Rubén Alcaraz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Patrizio Masini?
Yes. Rubén Alcaraz (Cádiz) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Patrizio Masini?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Patrizio Masini'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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