Players like Pepelu
CM/CDMValencia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPepelu's profile ↗
The players most similar to Pepelu are Roberto Gagliardini, Santi Comesaña, Alex Scott. Doppel rates Roberto Gagliardini (Hellas Verona) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Roberto Gagliardini scores 81/100 at about €1.2m. Data as of October 2026.
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Pepelu is a sophisticated deep-lying playmaker, excelling in orchestrating the midfield with precision and vision. His top-tier Sofascore rating highlights his elite status, supported by exceptional long passing and crossing accuracy, making him a vital distributor for Valencia. With a remarkable durability record, having missed no games in three seasons, he consistently influences matches and drives his team forward, despite a less prolific scoring record.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses, Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Pepelu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 32 | €1.2m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 24 | €22m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Matteo Pessinasimilar↗ | Monza | 29 | €4.8m | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pepelu
≈ 100% Pepelu · strong: Touches, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Pepelu · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Pepelu · strong: Clearances, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Duels won /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Pepelu?
Statistically, Roberto Gagliardini (Hellas Verona) is the closest look-alike to Pepelu — a 81/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Pepelu?
By Doppel's fit score, Roberto Gagliardini (Hellas Verona) is the closest profile to Pepelu, with a 81/100 overall match. Santi Comesaña and Alex Scott are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Pepelu?
Yes. Roberto Gagliardini (Hellas Verona) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €1.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Pepelu?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Pepelu'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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