Players like Ronaldo
CM/CDMInternacional · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitRonaldo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ronaldo are Miguel Atienza, Philipp Sander, Ousmane Diakité. Doppel rates Miguel Atienza (Burgos Club de Fútbol) a 78/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Alberto Rodríguez scores 78/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ronaldo is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder who excels in both defensive duties and contributing to the attack. With a top 21% Sofascore rating among his peers, he showcases impressive aerial ability and finishing skills, making him a dual threat in midfield. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, while his precise long passing adds depth to his playmaking, though he could improve in creating key chances.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ronaldo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miguel Atienzasimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 27 | €1.0m | 91 | 78 |
| 2 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Ousmane Diakitésimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 26 | €1.3m | 90 | 77 |
| 4 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 26 | €1.3m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Alberto Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 29 | €500k | 90 | 78 |
| 6 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 90 | 77 |
| 7 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 89 | 76 |
| 8 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 89 | 77 |
| 9 | Jesús Bernalsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 30 | €500k | 89 | 76 |
| 10 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 89 | 79 |
| 11 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 29 | €600k | 89 | 78 |
| 12 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 26 | €400k | 89 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ronaldo
≈ 100% Ronaldo · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Ronaldo · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Ronaldo · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ronaldo?
Statistically, Miguel Atienza (Burgos Club de Fútbol) is the closest look-alike to Ronaldo — a 78/100 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 Ronaldo?
By Doppel's fit score, Miguel Atienza (Burgos Club de Fútbol) is the closest profile to Ronaldo, with a 78/100 overall match. Philipp Sander and Ousmane Diakité are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ronaldo?
Yes. Alberto Rodríguez (Real Zaragoza) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ronaldo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ronaldo's 2025 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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