Players like Fred
CM/CDMFenerbahçe · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFred's profile ↗
The players most similar to Fred are Fermín López, Arda Güler, Senny Mayulu. Doppel rates Fermín López (FC Barcelona) a 86/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Stöger scores 89/100 at about €1.9m. Data as of October 2026.
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Fred is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for contributing offensively, showcasing his ability to finish and create opportunities from the middle of the park. With a Sofascore rating in the top 6% of his peers, he stands out for his goal-scoring instinct and precise passing in the final third. While his aerial dueling may not be his forte, his overall quality and reliable presence make him a key asset for Fenerbahçe, despite some concerns over his availability in recent seasons.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Fred
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fermín Lópezsimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 23 | €103m | 96 | 86 |
| 2 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 96 | 86 |
| 3 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 95 | 88 |
| 4 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 95 | 89 |
| 5 | Douglas Luizsimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €19m | 95 | 86 |
| 6 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 95 | 87 |
| 7 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | Sevilla | 27 | €25m | 95 | 86 |
| 8 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 95 | 86 |
| 9 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 95 | 85 |
| 10 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 94 | 89 |
| 11 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 94 | 88 |
| 12 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 94 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fred
≈ 100% Fred · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Fred · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Fred · strong: Possession won in att. third, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Fred?
Statistically, Fermín López (FC Barcelona) is the closest look-alike to Fred — a 86/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Fred?
By Doppel's fit score, Fermín López (FC Barcelona) is the closest profile to Fred, with a 86/100 overall match. Arda Güler and Senny Mayulu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Fred?
Yes. Kevin Stöger (Borussia M'gladbach) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 89/100 at roughly €1.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Fred?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Fred's 2025/26 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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