Players like Denilson
CM/CDMMirassol · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitDenilson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Denilson are Hugo Vetlesen, Beñat Gerenabarrena, Amir Richardson. Doppel rates Hugo Vetlesen (Club Brugge KV) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Beñat Gerenabarrena scores 82/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Denilson embodies the archetype of a dribbling deep-lying playmaker, showcasing exceptional ability to navigate tight spaces with a top 1% success rate in dribbles among his peers. While his overall quality sits in the bottom 49%, his reliability is undeniable, having missed no games in the past three seasons. His playmaking contributions, with three assists this season, highlight his potential to influence the game from deep, though he may need to improve his defensive contributions in aerial duels.
Strengths: Successful dribbles. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Denilson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hugo Vetlesensimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 26 | €5.4m | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Nayel Mehssatousimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 24 | €1.5m | 88 | 79 |
| 5 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Mathias De Amorimsimilar↗ | Famalicão | 22 | €9.7m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Denilson
≈ 100% Denilson · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Denilson · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Denilson · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Denilson?
Statistically, Hugo Vetlesen (Club Brugge KV) is the closest look-alike to Denilson — a 79/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Denilson?
By Doppel's fit score, Hugo Vetlesen (Club Brugge KV) is the closest profile to Denilson, with a 79/100 overall match. Beñat Gerenabarrena and Amir Richardson are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Denilson?
Yes. Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Denilson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Denilson'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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