Players like Ronald Araújo
CBLiverpool FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRonald Araújo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ronald Araújo are Cristian Romero, Kike Salas, Dean Huijsen. Doppel rates Cristian Romero (Atlético Madrid) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maik Nawrocki scores 84/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Ronald Araújo is an aggressive front-foot defender who excels in aerial duels and contributes significantly to his team's build-up play, showcased by his impressive xG + xA metrics. With a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his positional peers, he demonstrates elite qualities, particularly in offensive involvement for a centre-back. While his injury history is concerning, when fit, he proves to be a durable asset with a strong presence on the pitch.
Strengths: Shots, xG + xA, Touches. Availability: 48 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ronald Araújo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cristian Romerosimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 28 | €46m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 91 | 87 |
| 6 | Maximilian Wöbersimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 28 | €2.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Jan Paul van Heckesimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 26 | €65m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 88 | 85 |
| 11 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 34 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ronald Araújo
≈ 100% Ronald Araújo · strong: Touches, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Ronald Araújo · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Ronald Araújo · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ronald Araújo?
Statistically, Cristian Romero (Atlético Madrid) is the closest look-alike to Ronald Araújo — a 83/100 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 Ronald Araújo?
By Doppel's fit score, Cristian Romero (Atlético Madrid) is the closest profile to Ronald Araújo, with a 83/100 overall match. Kike Salas and Dean Huijsen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ronald Araújo?
Yes. Maik Nawrocki (RC Lens) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ronald Araújo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ronald Araújo'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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