Players like Rihito Yamamoto
CM/CDMSint-Truidense VV · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRihito Yamamoto's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rihito Yamamoto are Matúš Bero, Nikola Vlašić, Enzo Le Fée. Doppel rates Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) a 86/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matúš Bero scores 86/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Rihito Yamamoto is a creative deep-lying playmaker who excels in orchestrating attacks from midfield. With his top 29% Sofascore rating among positional peers, he stands out for his ability to deliver key passes and accurate final-third deliveries, showcasing his playmaking prowess. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only five games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability in the squad. While aerial duels may not be his forte, his vision and passing ability make him a vital cog in any midfield.
Strengths: Key passes, Accurate final-third passes, xG + xA. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rihito Yamamoto
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 95 | 86 |
| 3 | Enzo Le Féesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 26 | €26m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 94 | 85 |
| 5 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 94 | 87 |
| 6 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 94 | 85 |
| 7 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 94 | 87 |
| 8 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 93 | 86 |
| 11 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 12 | Lovro Majersimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 28 | €8.6m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rihito Yamamoto
≈ 100% Rihito Yamamoto · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Rihito Yamamoto · strong: Key passes, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Rihito Yamamoto · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rihito Yamamoto?
Statistically, Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest look-alike to Rihito Yamamoto — a 86/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Rihito Yamamoto?
By Doppel's fit score, Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest profile to Rihito Yamamoto, with a 86/100 overall match. Nikola Vlašić and Enzo Le Fée are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rihito Yamamoto?
Yes. Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rihito Yamamoto?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rihito Yamamoto'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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