Players like Emiliano Martínez
CM/CDMPalmeiras · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitEmiliano Martínez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Emiliano Martínez are Abdellah Baallal, Youness Lachhab, Stanko Jurić. Doppel rates Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) a 83/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Abdellah Baallal scores 83/100 at about €100k. Data as of November 2026.
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Emiliano Martínez is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and ability to disrupt play, ranking in the top 12% for aerial duels won. While his Sofascore rating places him in the bottom 44% of his peers, he still showcases decent creativity with chances created. However, his injury history raises concerns about consistency and availability, having missed significant time over the last few seasons.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Big chances created, Clearances. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Emiliano Martínez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 95 | 83 |
| 2 | Youness Lachhabsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 28 | €800k | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Joffrey Bultelsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €400k | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 7 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
| 9 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 26 | €700k | 89 | 79 |
| 11 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Isma Ruizsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €1.5m | 89 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Emiliano Martínez
≈ 100% Emiliano Martínez · medium reliability
≈ 100% Emiliano Martínez · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Emiliano Martínez · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Emiliano Martínez?
Statistically, Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is the closest look-alike to Emiliano Martínez — a 83/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Emiliano Martínez?
By Doppel's fit score, Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is the closest profile to Emiliano Martínez, with a 83/100 overall match. Youness Lachhab and Stanko Jurić are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Emiliano Martínez?
Yes. Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Emiliano Martínez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Emiliano Martínez'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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