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 (Atalanta) 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 September 2026.
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Ryan Merlen is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his exceptional playmaking abilities and vision. With elite accuracy on long balls and a knack for creating big chances, he thrives in orchestrating attacks, evidenced by his strong contributions to expected goals and assists. While he may not excel in defensive duels, his reliability on the pitch, missing only seven games in three seasons, underscores his durability and commitment to the game.
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↗ | Atalanta | 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↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 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↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Andrej Kramarićsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 35 | €2.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Charles De Ketelaeresimilar↗ | Atalanta | 25 | €27m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 91 | 86 |
* 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 best replacement for Ryan Merlen?
By Doppel's fit score, Teun Koopmeiners (Atalanta) 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 (1. FC Heidenheim) 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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