Players like David López
CBMallorca · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid López's profile ↗
The players most similar to David López are César Tárrega, Fabio Gruber, Jon Martin. Doppel rates César Tárrega (Valencia) a 79/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dan Zagadou scores 82/100 at about €1.9m. Data as of October 2026.
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David López is a robust, aerially dominant centre-back known for his exceptional ability in defensive duels, ranking in the top 2% for aerial duels won. His durability is a significant asset, having missed zero games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While his passing and dribbling metrics suggest a limited contribution in build-up play, his proficiency in clearances positions him as a solid defensive anchor for Mallorca.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to David López
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | César Tárregasimilar↗ | Valencia | 24 | €9.3m | 92 | 79 |
| 2 | Fabio Grubersimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 24 | €2.9m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Jon Martinsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 20 | €24m | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 86 | 80 |
| 10 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 85 | 81 |
| 11 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 84 | 82 |
| 12 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 83 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David López
≈ 100% David López · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% David López · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% David López · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to David López?
Statistically, César Tárrega (Valencia) is the closest look-alike to David López — a 79/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for David López?
By Doppel's fit score, César Tárrega (Valencia) is the closest profile to David López, with a 79/100 overall match. Fabio Gruber and Jon Martin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to David López?
Yes. Dan Zagadou (VfB Stuttgart) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to David López?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from David López's 2025/26 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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