Players like Micael
CBPalmeiras · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitMicael's profile ↗
The players most similar to Micael are Patric Pfeiffer, Kialonda Gaspar, Matthew Pollock. Doppel rates Patric Pfeiffer (Darmstadt 98) a 79/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Timo Hübers scores 80/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Micael is a commanding aerial defender, excelling in winning duels and providing crucial clearances, making him a reliable presence at the back for Palmeiras. With a Sofascore rating in the top 29% of his positional peers, he showcases solid overall quality, effectively contributing to both defensive stability and attacking build-up with his accurate crosses. Notably durable, he's missed only a handful of games over the past three seasons, underscoring his reliability in the heart of defense.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses, Clearances. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Micael
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patric Pfeiffersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 27 | €2.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 2 | Kialonda Gasparsimilar↗ | Lecce | 29 | €2.9m | 87 | 80 |
| 3 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 87 | 80 |
| 4 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 86 | 80 |
| 5 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 86 | 80 |
| 6 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 86 | 80 |
| 7 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 8 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 85 | 80 |
| 9 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 84 | 83 |
| 10 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 84 | 81 |
| 11 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 83 | 83 |
| 12 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 83 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Micael
≈ 100% Micael · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Micael · strong: Aerial duels won %, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Micael · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Micael?
Statistically, Patric Pfeiffer (Darmstadt 98) is the closest look-alike to Micael — a 79/100 profile match (89/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Micael?
By Doppel's fit score, Patric Pfeiffer (Darmstadt 98) is the closest profile to Micael, with a 79/100 overall match. Kialonda Gaspar and Matthew Pollock are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Micael?
Yes. Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Micael?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Micael'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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