Players like Isaac Hayden
CM/CDMQueens Park Rangers · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsaac Hayden's profile ↗
The players most similar to Isaac Hayden are Stanko Jurić, Joffrey Bultel, Nicolás Capaldo. Doppel rates Stanko Jurić (Real Valladolid) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Joffrey Bultel scores 79/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Isaac Hayden is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and clearances, making him a reliable shield for the backline. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 9% of his peers, his durability shines through with no missed games in three seasons, highlighting his reliability. While he may struggle to contribute in the attacking phase, his defensive prowess and consistency make him a valuable asset in breaking up opposition play.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Isaac Hayden
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Joffrey Bultelsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €400k | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Nicolás Capaldosimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 28 | €8.4m | 92 | 78 |
| 4 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 5 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 90 | 79 |
| 6 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 7 | Luca Herrmannsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 27 | €400k | 90 | 78 |
| 8 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
| 9 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 89 | 79 |
| 10 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Isaac Hayden
≈ 100% Isaac Hayden · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Isaac Hayden · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Isaac Hayden · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Isaac Hayden?
Statistically, Stanko Jurić (Real Valladolid) is the closest look-alike to Isaac Hayden — a 79/100 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 Isaac Hayden?
By Doppel's fit score, Stanko Jurić (Real Valladolid) is the closest profile to Isaac Hayden, with a 79/100 overall match. Joffrey Bultel and Nicolás Capaldo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Isaac Hayden?
Yes. Joffrey Bultel (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Isaac Hayden?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Isaac Hayden'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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