Players like Ryan Merlen
CM/CAMSint-Truidense VV · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRyan Merlen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ryan Merlen are Teun Koopmeiners, Mario Pašalić, Florian Sotoca. Doppel rates Teun Koopmeiners (Juventus) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Sessa scores 86/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ryan Merlen is a creative attacking midfielder known for his vision and passing range, excelling in delivering accurate long balls and generating big chances. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 40% of his peers, he still showcases top-tier metrics in xG and xA, reflecting his ability to contribute offensively. While he may struggle defensively in tackles and duels, his reliability on the pitch, having missed only seven games over three seasons, highlights his durability and commitment to the team.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Big chances created, xG + xA. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ryan Merlen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Mario Pašalićsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 31 | €6.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 4 | Hakon Arnar Haraldssonsimilar↗ | Lille | 23 | €26m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €1.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Florian Neuhaussimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 29 | €2.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Cengiz Ündersimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 29 | €3.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Andrej Kramarićsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 35 | €2.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 91 | 86 |
| 11 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 91 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ryan Merlen
≈ 100% Ryan Merlen · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Ryan Merlen · strong: xG + xA, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Ryan Merlen · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ryan Merlen?
Statistically, Teun Koopmeiners (Juventus) is the closest look-alike to Ryan Merlen — a 85/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ryan Merlen?
By Doppel's fit score, Teun Koopmeiners (Juventus) is the closest profile to Ryan Merlen, with a 85/100 overall match. Mario Pašalić and Florian Sotoca are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ryan Merlen?
Yes. Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ryan Merlen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ryan Merlen'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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