Players like Rubens
LB/LM/CMAtlético Mineiro · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitRubens's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rubens are Abdoulaye Touré, Hicham Boudaoui, Lawrence Agyekum. Doppel rates Abdoulaye Touré (Le Havre) a 84/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Lawrence Agyekum scores 82/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Rubens is a tenacious left-back renowned for his defensive prowess, excelling in tackles and interceptions, making him a formidable presence on the flank. With a Sofascore rating in the top 10% of his positional peers, he combines durability—having missed no games in three seasons—with solid dueling skills, ensuring he consistently impacts matches. While his attacking contributions may not be his strongest suit, his defensive capabilities make him an invaluable asset for any side.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rubens
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 2 | Hicham Boudaouisimilar↗ | Nice | 27 | €11m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Andrey Santossimilar↗ | Manchester United | 22 | €39m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Kevin Paredessimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 23 | €1.9m | 88 | 86 |
| 10 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Henrikh Mkhitaryansimilar↗ | Inter | 37 | €2.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rubens
≈ 100% Rubens · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Rubens · strong: Possession won in att. third, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Rubens · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rubens?
Statistically, Abdoulaye Touré (Le Havre) is the closest look-alike to Rubens — a 84/100 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 Rubens?
By Doppel's fit score, Abdoulaye Touré (Le Havre) is the closest profile to Rubens, with a 84/100 overall match. Hicham Boudaoui and Lawrence Agyekum are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rubens?
Yes. Lawrence Agyekum (Cercle Brugge) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rubens?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rubens's 2025 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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