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Players like Rodrigo Alonso

CMVillarreal B U23 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRodrigo Alonso's profile ↗

The players most similar to Rodrigo Alonso are Roman Kvet, Kuryu Matsuki, Tygo Land. Doppel rates Roman Kvet (FCV Dender) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Roman Kvet scores 85/100 at about €1.2m. Data as of September 2026.

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About Rodrigo Alonso

Rodrigo Alonso is a reliable, yet underwhelming central midfielder whose playing style leans more towards a supporting role rather than a game-changer. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 20% of his peers, he struggles to make an impact offensively and defensively, reflected in low metrics for tackles, interceptions, and goal contributions. However, his durability is a plus, having missed only six games over the last three seasons, showcasing his availability and commitment to the team.

Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.

12 players most similar to Rodrigo Alonso

#PlayerClubAgeValueTacticalOverall
1Roman Kvetsimilar↗FCV Dender29€1.2m9585
2Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗Southampton23€2.8m9283
3Tygo Landsimilar↗FC Groningen20€2.3m9183
4Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗SC Telstar23€1.6m9183
5Rafael Lubachsimilar↗1. FC Nürnberg21€3.3m9085
6Sonny Careysimilar↗Charlton Athletic25€4.2m9082
7Luke Cundlesimilar↗Stoke City24€2.9m9082
8Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗FC Utrecht22€11m9085
9Ozan Tufansimilar↗Hull City31€1.4m8984
10Alfie Devinesimilar↗Preston North End22€8.2m8985
11Victor Torpsimilar↗Coventry City27€15m8982
12Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗FC Twente22€5.7m8886

* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons

Why these players match Rodrigo Alonso

1. Roman KvetFCV Dender85/100

≈ 100% Rodrigo Alonso · strong: Possession won in att. third, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability

Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90

2. Kuryu MatsukiSouthampton83/100

≈ 100% Rodrigo Alonso · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability

Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90

3. Tygo LandFC Groningen83/100

≈ 100% Rodrigo Alonso · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability

Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate final-third passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90

FAQ

Who is the best replacement for Rodrigo Alonso?

By Doppel's fit score, Roman Kvet (FCV Dender) is the closest profile to Rodrigo Alonso, with a 85/100 overall match. Kuryu Matsuki and Tygo Land are the next best fits.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Rodrigo Alonso?

Yes. Roman Kvet (FCV Dender) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.2m.

How does Doppel find players similar to Rodrigo Alonso?

Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rodrigo Alonso'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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