Players like Anthony Dennis
CM/CDMGöztepe · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAnthony Dennis's profile ↗
The players most similar to Anthony Dennis are Kevin Appin, Javi Martínez, Wilitty Younoussa. Doppel rates Kevin Appin (Burgos Club de Fútbol) a 79/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Octave Joly scores 79/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Anthony Dennis is a dynamic defensive midfielder known for his tenacity and ability to disrupt opposition play. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 33% of his positional peers, he excels in successful dribbles and tackles, showcasing a strong presence in both defensive and transitional phases. His durability is impressive, with only one game missed in three seasons, making him a reliable asset in the midfield. While his scoring contributions are limited, his ability to win possession and aerial duels stands out in his role.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Anthony Dennis
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Appinsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 28 | €800k | 92 | 79 |
| 2 | Javi Martínezsimilar↗ | Eibar | 27 | €800k | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Wilitty Younoussasimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 25 | €800k | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | Burnley | 23 | €2.8m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Octave Jolysimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 24 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 6 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 89 | 79 |
| 7 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €1.3m | 89 | 78 |
| 8 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 88 | 79 |
| 9 | Nolan Binetsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 22 | €1.2m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Leonel Buccasimilar↗ | Independiente Rivadavia | 27 | €800k | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | William Milovanovicsimilar↗ | GAIS | 24 | €800k | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Anthony Dennis
≈ 100% Anthony Dennis · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Anthony Dennis · low reliability
≈ 100% Anthony Dennis · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Anthony Dennis?
Statistically, Kevin Appin (Burgos Club de Fútbol) is the closest look-alike to Anthony Dennis — a 79/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Anthony Dennis?
By Doppel's fit score, Kevin Appin (Burgos Club de Fútbol) is the closest profile to Anthony Dennis, with a 79/100 overall match. Javi Martínez and Wilitty Younoussa are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Anthony Dennis?
Yes. Octave Joly (Rodez AF) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Anthony Dennis?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Anthony Dennis'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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