Players like Nathan Rodes
CDM/CMFCV Dender · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathan Rodes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nathan Rodes are Adam Carlén, Pascal Klemens, Maxence Carlier. Doppel rates Adam Carlén (Excelsior) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Adam Carlén scores 79/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nathan Rodes is a robust defensive midfielder with a knack for aerial dominance and solid defensive contributions. His elite aerial duel success and impressive clearance stats showcase his ability to command the midfield, while his goal-scoring ability adds a valuable dimension to his game. With remarkable durability, missing no games in the last three seasons, Rodes is a reliable presence, although he could improve his playmaking in the final third.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nathan Rodes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 26 | €400k | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Maxence Carliersimilar↗ | Nancy | 29 | €500k | 91 | 78 |
| 4 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 5 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Eibar | 33 | €400k | 90 | 77 |
| 6 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 29 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 7 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
| 8 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 89 | 77 |
| 9 | Alberto Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 29 | €500k | 89 | 77 |
| 10 | Selvi Clúasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €300k | 89 | 79 |
| 11 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 89 | 77 |
| 12 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 88 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathan Rodes
≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nathan Rodes?
Statistically, Adam Carlén (Excelsior) is the closest look-alike to Nathan Rodes — 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 Nathan Rodes?
By Doppel's fit score, Adam Carlén (Excelsior) is the closest profile to Nathan Rodes, with a 79/100 overall match. Pascal Klemens and Maxence Carlier are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nathan Rodes?
Yes. Adam Carlén (Excelsior) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nathan Rodes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nathan Rodes's 2025/26 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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