Players like Hernani
CM/CDM/CAMMonza · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitHernani's profile ↗
The players most similar to Hernani are Teun Koopmeiners, Jack Rudoni, Rodrigo Zalazar. Doppel rates Teun Koopmeiners (Atalanta) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Willum Thor Willumsson scores 84/100 at about €1.5m. Data as of September 2026.
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Hernani is a robust defensive midfielder known for his tenacity and ability to disrupt opposition play. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 29% of his peers, he excels in winning possession in the attacking third, showcasing his proactive style. While his aerial duel success adds an extra dimension, his recent injury history raises questions about his availability. Nonetheless, when fit, he is a reliable presence in the midfield, contributing both defensively and offensively for Monza.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Hernani
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Atalanta | 28 | €13m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Jack Rudonisimilar↗ | Coventry City | 25 | €21m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Rodrigo Zalazarsimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 27 | €32m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Giorgian de Arrascaetasimilar↗ | Flamengo | 32 | €15m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Martin Baturinasimilar↗ | Como | 23 | €28m | 93 | 83 |
| 7 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Willum Thor Willumssonsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 28 | €1.5m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Hakon Arnar Haraldssonsimilar↗ | Lille | 23 | €26m | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Cyril Ngongesimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 26 | €6.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 91 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Hernani
≈ 100% Hernani · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Hernani · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Hernani · strong: xG + xA, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Hernani?
By Doppel's fit score, Teun Koopmeiners (Atalanta) is the closest profile to Hernani, with a 85/100 overall match. Jack Rudoni and Rodrigo Zalazar are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Hernani?
Yes. Willum Thor Willumsson (Go Ahead Eagles) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Hernani?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Hernani'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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