Players like Juninho Bacuna
CM/CAM/CDMGaziantep FK · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJuninho Bacuna's profile ↗
The players most similar to Juninho Bacuna are Pablo Ibáñez, Alex Scott, Rocco Reitz. Doppel rates Pablo Ibáñez (Deportivo Alavés) a 79/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Adrian Beck scores 80/100 at about €1.5m. Data as of October 2026.
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Juninho Bacuna embodies the archetype of a dynamic attacking midfielder, blending creativity with goal-scoring prowess. With a Sofascore rating in the top 31% of his peers, he stands out for his ability to generate shots and successful dribbles, while also winning possession in advanced areas—demonstrating his all-around impact in the final third. Remarkably durable, having missed no games in the last three seasons, Bacuna is a reliable asset for any team looking to enhance their midfield creativity.
Strengths: Shots, Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Juninho Bacuna
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 2 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 24 | €22m | 89 | 79 |
| 4 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 87 | 80 |
| 5 | Adrian Becksimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 29 | €1.5m | 87 | 80 |
| 6 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 87 | 79 |
| 7 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Carlos Alcarazsimilar↗ | Everton | 24 | €15m | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Jude Bellinghamsimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 23 | €151m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Juninho Bacuna
≈ 100% Juninho Bacuna · strong: Duels won, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Juninho Bacuna · strong: Clearances, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Duels won /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Juninho Bacuna · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Juninho Bacuna?
Statistically, Pablo Ibáñez (Deportivo Alavés) is the closest look-alike to Juninho Bacuna — a 79/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Juninho Bacuna?
By Doppel's fit score, Pablo Ibáñez (Deportivo Alavés) is the closest profile to Juninho Bacuna, with a 79/100 overall match. Alex Scott and Rocco Reitz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Juninho Bacuna?
Yes. Adrian Beck (1. FC Heidenheim) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Juninho Bacuna?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Juninho Bacuna'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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