Players like Rafa Marín
CBVillarreal · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRafa Marín's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rafa Marín are Dean Huijsen, Mike Van der Hoorn, Leo Greiml. Doppel rates Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth) a 82/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mike Van der Hoorn scores 82/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Rafa Marín is a commanding ball-playing centre-back, known for his ability to launch accurate long balls that set the tone for Villarreal's transitions. With a Sofascore rating in the top 40% of his peers, he showcases reliability and durability, missing only 2 games in three seasons. While he excels in defensive clearances, his attacking contributions are limited, reflecting a focus on solidifying the backline rather than venturing forward. Marín stands out as a key defensive asset in La Liga.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Clearances. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rafa Marín
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 21 | €66m | 88 | 82 |
| 2 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
| 3 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 88 | 81 |
| 4 | Albian Hajdarisimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €24m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Clément Lengletsimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 31 | €4.2m | 87 | 82 |
| 6 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 25 | €1.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 34 | €800k | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rafa Marín
≈ 100% Rafa Marín · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Rafa Marín · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Rafa Marín · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rafa Marín?
By Doppel's fit score, Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth) is the closest profile to Rafa Marín, with a 82/100 overall match. Mike Van der Hoorn and Leo Greiml are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rafa Marín?
Yes. Mike Van der Hoorn (FC Utrecht) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rafa Marín?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rafa Marín's 2025/26 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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