Players like Tomás Palacios
CBEstudiantes de La Plata · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitTomás Palacios's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tomás Palacios are Gael Alonso, Jesper Daland, Yussif Saidu. Doppel rates Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) a 79/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Giorgio Cittadini scores 77/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Tomás Palacios is a robust, aggressive centre-back known for his exceptional defensive contributions and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his peers, he excels in duels and successful dribbles, showcasing his ability to dominate opponents both on the ground and in the air. Although he has struggled with injuries, his durability in key moments remains a valuable asset for Estudiantes de La Plata, marking him as a standout in the defensive line.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Duels won, Sofascore rating. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tomás Palacios
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gael Alonsosimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €1.0m | 89 | 79 |
| 2 | Jesper Dalandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 26 | €1.6m | 87 | 77 |
| 3 | Yussif Saidusimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 21 | €1.0m | 87 | 77 |
| 4 | Matheus Araújosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 25 | €3.4m | 86 | 79 |
| 5 | Giorgio Cittadinisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 24 | €900k | 85 | 77 |
| 6 | Kialonda Gasparsimilar↗ | Lecce | 29 | €2.9m | 84 | 78 |
| 7 | Davinson Sánchezsimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 30 | €17m | 84 | 77 |
| 8 | Ahmetcan Kaplansimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €6.5m | 83 | 79 |
| 9 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 83 | 80 |
| 10 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 81 | 78 |
| 11 | Emre Cansimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 32 | €3.2m | 81 | 77 |
| 12 | James Tarkowskisimilar↗ | Everton | 34 | €5.2m | 81 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tomás Palacios
≈ 100% Tomás Palacios · strong: Sofascore rating, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Tomás Palacios · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Tomás Palacios · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Tomás Palacios?
Statistically, Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) is the closest look-alike to Tomás Palacios — a 79/100 profile match (89/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Tomás Palacios?
By Doppel's fit score, Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) is the closest profile to Tomás Palacios, with a 79/100 overall match. Jesper Daland and Yussif Saidu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tomás Palacios?
Yes. Giorgio Cittadini (Frosinone) plays a similar centre back role and rates 77/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tomás Palacios?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tomás Palacios's 2026 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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