Players like Rúben Fernandes
CBGil Vicente · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitRúben Fernandes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rúben Fernandes are Casper Widell, Francesco Acerbi, Anselmo Garcia McNulty. Doppel rates Casper Widell (Excelsior) a 86/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gustavo Henrique scores 82/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Rúben Fernandes is a seasoned ball-playing centre-back known for his precise long-range passing, ranking in the top 13% among his positional peers. Despite being in the bottom 48% overall, his durability is notable, with only six games missed over the past three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While he may not excel in defensive duels or interceptions, his ability to distribute the ball effectively makes him a valuable asset in building play from the back.
Strengths: Accurate long balls. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rúben Fernandes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Francesco Acerbisimilar↗ | Inter | 38 | €1.9m | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 4 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 88 | 85 |
| 10 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 34 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rúben Fernandes
≈ 100% Rúben Fernandes · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Rúben Fernandes · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Rúben Fernandes · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rúben Fernandes?
Statistically, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest look-alike to Rúben Fernandes — a 86/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Rúben Fernandes?
By Doppel's fit score, Casper Widell (Excelsior) is the closest profile to Rúben Fernandes, with a 86/100 overall match. Francesco Acerbi and Anselmo Garcia McNulty are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rúben Fernandes?
Yes. Gustavo Henrique (Real Valladolid) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rúben Fernandes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rúben Fernandes's 2024/25 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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