Players like Alex Baena
LMAtlético Madrid · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlex Baena's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alex Baena are Dwight McNeil, Nicola Zalewski, Jakub Kamiński. Doppel rates Dwight McNeil (Crystal Palace) a 86/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Başar Önal scores 85/100 at about €7.7m. Data as of October 2026.
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Alex Baena is a dynamic attacking left midfielder, excelling as a playmaker with a knack for creating scoring opportunities. With a Sofascore rating in the top 1% of his peers, he consistently delivers high-quality performances, evidenced by his impressive xG, xA, and key passes per 90 minutes. His precise crossing and ability to generate big chances make him a pivotal asset in the final third. Durability is another asset, having missed only 16 games over the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: xG + xA, Key passes, Big chances created. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alex Baena
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dwight McNeilsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 27 | €19m | 96 | 86 |
| 2 | Nicola Zalewskisimilar↗ | Atalanta | 24 | €18m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Jakub Kamińskisimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 24 | €15m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Federico Dimarcosimilar↗ | Inter | 29 | €48m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Samuel Linosimilar↗ | Flamengo | 27 | €18m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Başar Önalsimilar↗ | Lille | 22 | €7.7m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Malick Fofanasimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 21 | €29m | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Antonio Nusasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 21 | €31m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Florent Muslijasimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 28 | €1.9m | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Germán Valerasimilar↗ | Elche | 24 | €6.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Nuno Tavaressimilar↗ | Lazio | 26 | €13m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alex Baena
≈ 100% Alex Baena · strong: Possession won in att. third, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Alex Baena · strong: Big chances created, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Duels won /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Alex Baena · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Alex Baena?
Statistically, Dwight McNeil (Crystal Palace) is the closest look-alike to Alex Baena — a 86/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Alex Baena?
By Doppel's fit score, Dwight McNeil (Crystal Palace) is the closest profile to Alex Baena, with a 86/100 overall match. Nicola Zalewski and Jakub Kamiński are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alex Baena?
Yes. Başar Önal (Lille) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €7.7m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alex Baena?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alex Baena's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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