Players like Gabriel Santana
CM/CAMMirassol · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitGabriel Santana's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gabriel Santana are Felix Klaus, Youssef Maziz, Gjivai Zechiël. Doppel rates Felix Klaus (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Felix Klaus scores 84/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Gabriel Santana is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his goal-scoring prowess and creativity in the final third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 15% of his peers, he excels in converting opportunities, averaging nearly 0.25 non-penalty goals per game and generating big chances consistently. While his defensive contributions are limited, his ability to influence matches makes him a valuable asset when fit, despite a history of injury setbacks.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals, Big chances created. Availability: 20 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gabriel Santana
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Felix Klaussimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 34 | €500k | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Youssef Mazizsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Ernest Muçisimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 25 | €12m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Myron Van Brederodesimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 23 | €4.9m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Wesley Saïdsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 31 | €5.3m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 31 | €1.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 91 | 86 |
| 11 | Tjaronn Cherysimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 38 | €400k | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Andrea Colpanisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €3.8m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gabriel Santana
≈ 100% Gabriel Santana · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Gabriel Santana · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Gabriel Santana · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gabriel Santana?
Statistically, Felix Klaus (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) is the closest look-alike to Gabriel Santana — a 84/100 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 Gabriel Santana?
By Doppel's fit score, Felix Klaus (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) is the closest profile to Gabriel Santana, with a 84/100 overall match. Youssef Maziz and Gjivai Zechiël are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gabriel Santana?
Yes. Felix Klaus (SpVgg Greuther Fürth) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gabriel Santana?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gabriel Santana'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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