Players like Étienne Capoue
CMVillarreal · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitÉtienne Capoue's profile ↗
The players most similar to Étienne Capoue are Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta, Mats Wieffer, Ross Barkley. Doppel rates Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta (Athletic Club) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta scores 80/100 at about €1.8m. Data as of October 2026.
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Étienne Capoue exemplifies the archetype of a robust, defensive-minded central midfielder, excelling in duels and ball recovery. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 30% of his peers, his top-tier metrics in duels won and possession won in the attacking third highlight his tenacity and ability to disrupt opposition play. At 38, he remains remarkably durable, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in Villarreal's midfield.
Strengths: Duels won, Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Étienne Capoue
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iñigo Ruiz de Galarretasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.8m | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Mats Wieffersimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 27 | €24m | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Kodai Sanosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 23 | €13m | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | Sevilla | 27 | €25m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Jacopo Fazzinisimilar↗ | Cagliari | 23 | €8.2m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Étienne Capoue
≈ 100% Étienne Capoue · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Étienne Capoue · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Étienne Capoue · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Étienne Capoue?
Statistically, Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta (Athletic Club) is the closest look-alike to Étienne Capoue — a 80/100 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 Étienne Capoue?
By Doppel's fit score, Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta (Athletic Club) is the closest profile to Étienne Capoue, with a 80/100 overall match. Mats Wieffer and Ross Barkley are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Étienne Capoue?
Yes. Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta (Athletic Club) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Étienne Capoue?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Étienne Capoue's 2023/24 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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