Players like Marc Roca
CM/CDMReal Betis · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarc Roca's profile ↗
The players most similar to Marc Roca are Adam Wharton, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Matúš Bero. Doppel rates Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matúš Bero scores 83/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Marc Roca is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his ability to disrupt opposition play, ranking in the top 13% for possession won in the attacking third. With a solid overall quality, he excels in clearances and accurate long balls, making him a reliable presence in midfield. However, his aerial duels could use improvement, as he struggles in that aspect. Despite being injury-prone, his durability this season with 29 appearances showcases his commitment to the game.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Clearances, Touches. Availability: 40 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Marc Roca
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Henrikh Mkhitaryansimilar↗ | Inter | 37 | €2.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Curtis Jonessimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 25 | €33m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Sandi Lovrićsimilar↗ | Udinese | 28 | €3.4m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Enzo Le Féesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 26 | €26m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €25m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marc Roca
≈ 100% Marc Roca · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Marc Roca · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Sofascore rating, Touches /90
≈ 100% Marc Roca · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Marc Roca?
By Doppel's fit score, Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace) is the closest profile to Marc Roca, with a 83/100 overall match. Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Matúš Bero are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Marc Roca?
Yes. Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Marc Roca?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Marc Roca'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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