Players like Luis Mandaca
CM/CAM/CDMJuventude · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuis Mandaca's profile ↗
The players most similar to Luis Mandaca are Ibrahim Olawoyin, Irakli Yegoian, Juninho Bacuna. Doppel rates Ibrahim Olawoyin (Çaykur Rizespor) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Frederik Schmahl scores 82/100 at about €800k. Data as of August 2026.
About Luis Mandaca
Luis Mandaca is an energetic attacking midfielder who thrives on successful dribbles, showcasing his ability to take on defenders and create opportunities. With a Sofascore rating in the top 42% of his peers, he demonstrates solid overall quality, contributing well in duels and shots per game. His remarkable durability is a significant asset, with no games missed over the past three seasons, making him a reliable presence in the midfield. While he may need to improve his finishing, his dribbling and tenacity make him a valuable asset for Juventude.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Shots, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Luis Mandaca
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ibrahim Olawoyinsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 29 | €2.1m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Christantus Uchesimilar↗ | Getafe | 23 | €13m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Tanguy Coulibalysimilar↗ | Montpellier | 25 | €1.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Joe Gelhardtsimilar↗ | Hull City | 24 | €15m | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Willum Thor Willumssonsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 28 | €1.5m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Carlos Alcarazsimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €15m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luis Mandaca
≈ 100% Luis Mandaca · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Luis Mandaca · strong: Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Luis Mandaca · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Luis Mandaca?
By Doppel's fit score, Ibrahim Olawoyin (Çaykur Rizespor) is the closest profile to Luis Mandaca, with a 82/100 overall match. Irakli Yegoian and Juninho Bacuna are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Luis Mandaca?
Yes. Frederik Schmahl (SV 07 Elversberg) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Luis Mandaca?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Luis Mandaca'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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