Players like Raul
CM/CDMRed Bull Bragantino · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitRaul's profile ↗
The players most similar to Raul are Leon Jensen, Marius Marin, Andreas Müller. Doppel rates Leon Jensen (Hertha BSC) a 80/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nicolas Schiavi scores 78/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Raul is a reliable, ball-playing defensive midfielder known for his precise long-range passing, ranking in the top 11% of his peers. While his overall performance places him in the bottom 30%, his ability to finish makes him a valuable asset in the final third. With an impressive track record of durability, missing no games in the last three seasons, he remains a consistent presence in the midfield.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Raul
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leon Jensensimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 29 | €700k | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Marius Marinsimilar↗ | Pisa | 28 | €2.6m | 91 | 77 |
| 3 | Andreas Müllersimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 26 | €800k | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Nicolas Schiavisimilar↗ | Carrarese | 31 | €400k | 90 | 78 |
| 5 | Simen Hestnessimilar↗ | BK Häcken | 30 | €500k | 90 | 77 |
| 6 | Iyad Mohamedsimilar↗ | Casa Pia | 25 | €400k | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 90 | 78 |
| 8 | Mauricio Benitezsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 22 | €2.3m | 90 | 77 |
| 9 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €4.1m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Alejandro Meléndezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 27 | €400k | 89 | 78 |
| 11 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 89 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Raul
≈ 100% Raul · strong: Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Raul · low reliability
≈ 100% Raul · strong: Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Raul?
Statistically, Leon Jensen (Hertha BSC) is the closest look-alike to Raul — a 80/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Raul?
By Doppel's fit score, Leon Jensen (Hertha BSC) is the closest profile to Raul, with a 80/100 overall match. Marius Marin and Andreas Müller are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Raul?
Yes. Nicolas Schiavi (Carrarese) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Raul?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Raul's 2024 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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