Players like Yeray Álvarez
CBAthletic Club · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitYeray Álvarez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yeray Álvarez are Marco Rente, Fabian Schär, Ismaelo Ganiou. Doppel rates Marco Rente (FC Groningen) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matt Doherty scores 81/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Yeray Álvarez is a ball-playing centre-back with a knack for distribution and defensive solidity. His impressive clearances and accurate long balls place him in the top 4% of his peers, showcasing his ability to not only defend but also initiate attacks effectively. While he's had some struggles in aerial duels, his overall performance remains strong, making him a reliable presence in the backline, despite a history of injuries that has limited his appearances.
Strengths: Clearances, Accurate long balls, Touches. Availability: 26 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yeray Álvarez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marco Rentesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 29 | €1.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Matt Dohertysimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 34 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Ethan Pinnocksimilar↗ | Brentford | 33 | €2.8m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Kialonda Gasparsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 29 | €2.9m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Nordi Mukielesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 29 | €15m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Noahkai Bankssimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 20 | €19m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yeray Álvarez
≈ 100% Yeray Álvarez · strong: Accurate crosses, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Yeray Álvarez · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Yeray Álvarez · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Yeray Álvarez?
By Doppel's fit score, Marco Rente (FC Groningen) is the closest profile to Yeray Álvarez, with a 83/100 overall match. Fabian Schär and Ismaelo Ganiou are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yeray Álvarez?
Yes. Matt Doherty (Wolverhampton) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yeray Álvarez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yeray Álvarez's 2024/25 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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