Players like Manu Silva
CB/CM/CDMBenfica · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitManu Silva's profile ↗
The players most similar to Manu Silva are Mikel Merino, Carlos Baleba, Elliot Anderson. Doppel rates Mikel Merino (Arsenal) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matías Vecino scores 83/100 at about €1.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Manu Silva is a robust, defensive-minded centre-back who excels in aerial duels and winning challenges, making him a formidable presence in the backline. With a Sofascore rating in the top 32% of his peers, his tackling and interception abilities stand out, contributing significantly to his team's defensive stability. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, having missed a notable number of matches over the past three seasons.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 48 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Manu Silva
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mikel Merinosimilar↗ | Arsenal | 30 | €26m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Carlos Balebasimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 22 | €53m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Elliot Andersonsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 24 | €100m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Mats Wieffersimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 27 | €24m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Pierre Lees Melousimilar↗ | Paris FC | 33 | €4.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Frank Anguissasimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 31 | €15m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 28 | €5.6m | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manu Silva
≈ 100% Manu Silva · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Manu Silva · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Manu Silva · strong: Duels won, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Touches /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Manu Silva?
Statistically, Mikel Merino (Arsenal) is the closest look-alike to Manu Silva — a 81/100 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 Manu Silva?
By Doppel's fit score, Mikel Merino (Arsenal) is the closest profile to Manu Silva, with a 81/100 overall match. Carlos Baleba and Elliot Anderson are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Manu Silva?
Yes. Matías Vecino (No team) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Manu Silva?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Manu Silva'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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