Players like Dani Rodríguez
CM/CAMLeganés · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDani Rodríguez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Dani Rodríguez are Jon Ander Olasagasti, Mattias Svanberg, Félix Lemaréchal. Doppel rates Jon Ander Olasagasti (Levante UD) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Charlie Patiño scores 84/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Dani Rodríguez is a creative attacking midfielder known for his precise crossing and playmaking abilities. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 47% of his peers, he may not be elite, but his durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons. He excels in winning possession in the attacking third and delivering key passes, making him a valuable asset in build-up play, although his aerial presence could be improved.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third, Key passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Dani Rodríguez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.5m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Abbosbek Fayzullaevsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €6.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Yéremy Pinosimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 24 | €27m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Todd Cantwellsimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 28 | €2.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Lucas Da Cunhasimilar↗ | Como | 25 | €18m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dani Rodríguez
≈ 100% Dani Rodríguez · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Dani Rodríguez · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Dani Rodríguez · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Dani Rodríguez?
By Doppel's fit score, Jon Ander Olasagasti (Levante UD) is the closest profile to Dani Rodríguez, with a 84/100 overall match. Mattias Svanberg and Félix Lemaréchal are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dani Rodríguez?
Yes. Charlie Patiño (Swansea City) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dani Rodríguez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dani Rodríguez's 2025/26 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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