Players like Dener
CM/CDMPortimonense SAD · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDener's profile ↗
The players most similar to Dener are Stanko Jurić, Alexandre Lauray, Kylian Kaiboue. Doppel rates Stanko Jurić (Real Valladolid) a 79/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Luca Herrmann scores 78/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Dener is a reliable defensive midfielder, showcasing his strength in breaking up opposition play with impressive clearances and tackles. Despite an overall quality rating in the bottom 32%, his durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While he may struggle in advanced attacking metrics, his robust defensive capabilities make him a valuable presence in the midfield, providing stability for Portimonense.
Strengths: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Dener
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 92 | 79 |
| 2 | Alexandre Lauraysimilar↗ | Le Mans | 29 | €600k | 92 | 78 |
| 3 | Kylian Kaibouesimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 28 | €800k | 90 | 78 |
| 4 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 26 | €700k | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Luca Herrmannsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €400k | 89 | 78 |
| 7 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 8 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | Boavista | 23 | €400k | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dener
≈ 100% Dener · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Dener · strong: Accurate crosses, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Dener · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Dener?
By Doppel's fit score, Stanko Jurić (Real Valladolid) is the closest profile to Dener, with a 79/100 overall match. Alexandre Lauray and Kylian Kaiboue are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dener?
Yes. Luca Herrmann (SG Dynamo Dresden) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dener?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dener's 2023/24 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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