Players like Gonzalo Villar
CM/CDMGranada · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGonzalo Villar's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gonzalo Villar are Matias Galarza, Dirk Wanner Proper, Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Doppel rates Matias Galarza (KRC Genk) a 77/100 overall match — 85/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Daniel Requena scores 77/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Gonzalo Villar is a dynamic ball-playing central midfielder, known for his ability to drive play forward and create opportunities. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 39% of his peers, he stands out for his successful dribbles and ability to win duels, showcasing his tenacity and skill on the ball. His impressive durability, with no missed games over the last three seasons, further solidifies his reliability in the heart of the midfield. While his defensive metrics could improve, his offensive contributions make him a valuable asset.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Duels won, Big chances created. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gonzalo Villar
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 24 | €5.0m | 85 | 77 |
| 2 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 85 | 78 |
| 3 | Ruben Loftus-Cheeksimilar↗ | AC Milan | 30 | €9.0m | 85 | 77 |
| 4 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 84 | 79 |
| 5 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 84 | 78 |
| 6 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 84 | 76 |
| 7 | Jacopo Fazzinisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €8.2m | 83 | 78 |
| 8 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 83 | 77 |
| 9 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 82 | 77 |
| 10 | Nikolas Narteysimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 26 | €10m | 82 | 77 |
| 11 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 82 | 77 |
| 12 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Swansea City | 23 | €600k | 81 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gonzalo Villar
≈ 100% Gonzalo Villar · strong: Duels won, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Gonzalo Villar · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Gonzalo Villar · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Gonzalo Villar?
By Doppel's fit score, Matias Galarza (KRC Genk) is the closest profile to Gonzalo Villar, with a 77/100 overall match. Dirk Wanner Proper and Ruben Loftus-Cheek are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gonzalo Villar?
Yes. Daniel Requena (Córdoba) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gonzalo Villar?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gonzalo Villar'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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