Players like Gerson
CM/CDM/RWCruzeiro · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitGerson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gerson are Dani Parejo, Olivier Ntcham, Sydie Peck. Doppel rates Dani Parejo (Villarreal) a 80/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dani Parejo scores 80/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Gerson is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder, showcasing his ability to influence both defensive and attacking phases. With a Sofascore rating in the top 8% of his peers, he excels in accurate final-third passes and creating big chances, marking him as a crucial playmaker for Cruzeiro. While he's had some injury setbacks, his impressive duels won and overall game impact make him a reliable asset when fit.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes, Big chances created. Availability: 22 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gerson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Olivier Ntchamsimilar↗ | Samsunspor | 30 | €1.9m | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Kenneth Taylorsimilar↗ | Lazio | 24 | €26m | 88 | 80 |
| 5 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 87 | 80 |
| 6 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 86 | 80 |
| 8 | Kike Pérezsimilar↗ | Venezia | 29 | €2.3m | 86 | 79 |
| 9 | Lucas Da Cunhasimilar↗ | Como | 25 | €18m | 86 | 80 |
| 10 | Alireza Jahanbakhshsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 33 | €500k | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Sondre Auklendsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 23 | €2.8m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Carlos Alcarazsimilar↗ | Everton | 24 | €15m | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gerson
≈ 100% Gerson · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %, Touches /90
≈ 100% Gerson · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Gerson · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gerson?
Statistically, Dani Parejo (Villarreal) is the closest look-alike to Gerson — a 80/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Gerson?
By Doppel's fit score, Dani Parejo (Villarreal) is the closest profile to Gerson, with a 80/100 overall match. Olivier Ntcham and Sydie Peck are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gerson?
Yes. Dani Parejo (Villarreal) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gerson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gerson's 2026 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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