Players like Dani Carvajal
RBReal Madrid · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDani Carvajal's profile ↗
The players most similar to Dani Carvajal are Florent Hadergjonaj, Julian Ryerson, Anton Gaaei. Doppel rates Florent Hadergjonaj (Alanyaspor) a 86/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Waren Kamanzi scores 85/100 at about €1.3m. Data as of October 2026.
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Dani Carvajal is a dynamic attacking right-back, known for his goal-scoring prowess and creativity in the final third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his position, he excels in finishing and accurate passing, making him a vital contributor to Real Madrid's offensive play. His remarkable durability, with no games missed in the last three seasons, underscores his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Dani Carvajal
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florent Hadergjonajsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 32 | €1.9m | 93 | 86 |
| 2 | Julian Ryersonsimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 29 | €24m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Anton Gaaeisimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €4.8m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Gary Magneesimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 27 | €2.0m | 92 | 89 |
| 5 | Ridle Bakusimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €13m | 92 | 87 |
| 6 | Waren Kamanzisimilar↗ | Toulouse | 26 | €1.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Kyriani Sabbesimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 21 | €7.7m | 92 | 88 |
| 8 | Josip Juranovićsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 31 | €2.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Jordan Tezesimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €16m | 92 | 83 |
| 10 | Yukinari Sugawarasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 26 | €5.0m | 91 | 87 |
| 11 | Ruben Aguilarsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €2.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Jonathan Clausssimilar↗ | Nice | 34 | €3.6m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dani Carvajal
≈ 100% Dani Carvajal · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Dani Carvajal · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Dani Carvajal · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Dani Carvajal?
Statistically, Florent Hadergjonaj (Alanyaspor) is the closest look-alike to Dani Carvajal — a 86/100 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 Dani Carvajal?
By Doppel's fit score, Florent Hadergjonaj (Alanyaspor) is the closest profile to Dani Carvajal, with a 86/100 overall match. Julian Ryerson and Anton Gaaei are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dani Carvajal?
Yes. Waren Kamanzi (Toulouse) plays a similar right back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.3m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dani Carvajal?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dani Carvajal's 2025/26 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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