Players like Pedro Ferreira
CM/CDMSanta Clara · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPedro Ferreira's profile ↗
The players most similar to Pedro Ferreira are Stanko Jurić, Julian Niehues, Novatus Miroshi. Doppel rates Stanko Jurić (Real Valladolid) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rubén Alcaraz scores 77/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Pedro Ferreira is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up play and providing defensive stability. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 37% of his positional peers, he showcases impressive metrics in clearances, tackles, and aerial duels, proving invaluable in a disruptive role. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, demonstrating his reliability and commitment to the team. While not known for his attacking contributions, Ferreira's defensive prowess makes him a solid presence in the midfield.
Strengths: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Pedro Ferreira
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 22 | €1.6m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 90 | 77 |
| 6 | Rubén Alcarazsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 35 | €300k | 90 | 77 |
| 7 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 88 | 78 |
| 8 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 88 | 79 |
| 9 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pedro Ferreira
≈ 100% Pedro Ferreira · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Pedro Ferreira · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Pedro Ferreira · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Pedro Ferreira?
By Doppel's fit score, Stanko Jurić (Real Valladolid) is the closest profile to Pedro Ferreira, with a 79/100 overall match. Julian Niehues and Novatus Miroshi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Pedro Ferreira?
Yes. Rubén Alcaraz (Cádiz) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Pedro Ferreira?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Pedro Ferreira's 2025/26 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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