Players like César Azpilicueta
RB/CBSevilla · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCésar Azpilicueta's profile ↗
The players most similar to César Azpilicueta are Ryan Leonard, Chris Richards, Siebe Horemans. Doppel rates Ryan Leonard (Millwall) a 79/100 overall match — 87/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bebeto scores 80/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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César Azpilicueta is a versatile ball-playing right-back with a keen eye for creating opportunities, evidenced by his elite ranking in big chances created and accurate final-third passes. His top-notch ability to influence play from the back makes him a valuable asset, despite a history of injuries that has seen him miss significant time. While not a prolific goal-scorer, his experience and reliability in the defensive line remain crucial for Sevilla.
Strengths: Big chances created, Accurate final-third passes, Touches. Availability: 37 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to César Azpilicueta
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryan Leonardsimilar↗ | Millwall | 34 | €300k | 87 | 79 |
| 2 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 86 | 80 |
| 3 | Siebe Horemanssimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 28 | €2.9m | 85 | 80 |
| 4 | Carlens Arcussimilar↗ | Angers | 30 | €1.9m | 85 | 79 |
| 5 | Kevin Mac Allistersimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 29 | €12m | 85 | 79 |
| 6 | Bebetosimilar↗ | Tondela | 36 | €100k | 85 | 80 |
| 7 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 84 | 79 |
| 8 | Thierry Correiasimilar↗ | Venezia | 27 | €2.6m | 84 | 80 |
| 9 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 84 | 80 |
| 10 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 83 | 79 |
| 11 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 30 | €1.0m | 83 | 79 |
| 12 | Kieran Trippiersimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 36 | €1.4m | 83 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match César Azpilicueta
≈ 100% César Azpilicueta · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% César Azpilicueta · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% César Azpilicueta · strong: Successful dribbles, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to César Azpilicueta?
Statistically, Ryan Leonard (Millwall) is the closest look-alike to César Azpilicueta — a 79/100 profile match (87/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for César Azpilicueta?
By Doppel's fit score, Ryan Leonard (Millwall) is the closest profile to César Azpilicueta, with a 79/100 overall match. Chris Richards and Siebe Horemans are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to César Azpilicueta?
Yes. Bebeto (Tondela) plays a similar right back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to César Azpilicueta?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from César Azpilicueta's 2025/26 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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