Players like Marcelo
LBFluminense · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarcelo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marcelo are Alexandro Bernabei, Matheus Bidu, Valentín Barco. Doppel rates Alexandro Bernabei (Internacional) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Emran Soglo scores 87/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Marcelo is a dynamic attacking left-back, renowned for his ability to influence the game going forward. His impressive statistics reveal a player who excels in creating chances and taking shots, ranking in the top 3% for both metrics among his peers. While he may lack aerial prowess, his reliability and experience shine through, having missed only 12 games over the last three seasons, solidifying his status as a valuable asset in the squad.
Strengths: Shots, Big chances created, Accurate long balls. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marcelo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexandro Bernabeisimilar↗ | Internacional | 26 | €7.4m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Matheus Bidusimilar↗ | Corinthians | 27 | €7.3m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Valentín Barcosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €44m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 20 | €11m | 92 | 87 |
| 5 | Quilindschy Hartmansimilar↗ | Burnley | 25 | €16m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Nuno Tavaressimilar↗ | Lazio | 26 | €13m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Quentin Merlinsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €15m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 91 | 87 |
| 9 | Lasse Günthersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 23 | €2.3m | 91 | 86 |
| 10 | Miguel Gutiérrezsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 25 | €24m | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Maximiliano Araújosimilar↗ | Sporting CP | 26 | €32m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 91 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marcelo
≈ 100% Marcelo · strong: Possession won in att. third, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Marcelo · strong: Possession won in att. third, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Marcelo · strong: xG + xA, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Marcelo?
Statistically, Alexandro Bernabei (Internacional) is the closest look-alike to Marcelo — a 85/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Marcelo?
By Doppel's fit score, Alexandro Bernabei (Internacional) is the closest profile to Marcelo, with a 85/100 overall match. Matheus Bidu and Valentín Barco are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marcelo?
Yes. Emran Soglo (SV Zulte Waregem) plays a similar left back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marcelo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marcelo's 2024 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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