Players like Marcos Paulo
CB/LBJuventude · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarcos Paulo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marcos Paulo are Javier Moreno, Josue Escartin, N'Tamon Elie Ahouonon. Doppel rates Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Javier Moreno scores 81/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Marcos Paulo is a robust aerial defender, excelling in winning duels, which positions him as a reliable centre-back. While his overall quality sits in the bottom 20% of his peers, his durability shines through with no games missed in three seasons. However, he may need to improve his ball progression and defensive contributions to elevate his impact on the pitch.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marcos Paulo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Javier Morenosimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 26 | €200k | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | N'Tamon Elie Ahouononsimilar↗ | Stade de Reims | 22 | €1.9m | 91 | 77 |
| 4 | Álex Martínsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 28 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Yannis Nahounousimilar↗ | Nancy | 22 | €400k | 90 | 78 |
| 6 | Rufai Mohammedsimilar↗ | IF Elfsborg | 20 | €300k | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Rockson Yeboahsimilar↗ | Osasuna | 22 | €300k | 89 | 77 |
| 8 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Álex Pastorsimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 27 | €300k | 88 | 78 |
| 10 | Gaby Jeansimilar↗ | Lecce | 26 | €1.4m | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Lluís Lópezsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 29 | €500k | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Matia Barzićsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 22 | €900k | 88 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marcos Paulo
≈ 100% Marcos Paulo · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Marcos Paulo · medium reliability
≈ 100% Marcos Paulo · strong: Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Marcos Paulo?
Statistically, Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) is the closest look-alike to Marcos Paulo — a 81/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Marcos Paulo?
By Doppel's fit score, Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) is the closest profile to Marcos Paulo, with a 81/100 overall match. Josue Escartin and N'Tamon Elie Ahouonon are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marcos Paulo?
Yes. Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marcos Paulo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marcos Paulo's 2025 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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