Players like Rodrigo Herrera
CM/CDMNewell's Old Boys · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitRodrigo Herrera's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rodrigo Herrera are Nolan Binet, Selvi Clúa, Jordan Mendes Correia. Doppel rates Nolan Binet (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Selvi Clúa scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of August 2026.
About Rodrigo Herrera
Rodrigo Herrera is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and defensive actions, making him a reliable anchor in the midfield. His ability to disrupt opposition play is highlighted by his strong tackle and interception rates, placing him among the top 18% of his peers. While not a goal-scoring threat, his durability is notable, having missed only 13 games in three seasons, showcasing his reliability and commitment on the pitch.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions, Duels won. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rodrigo Herrera
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nolan Binetsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 22 | €1.2m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Selvi Clúasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €300k | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Jordan Mendes Correiasimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 22 | €2.1m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 5 | Selu Diallosimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €400k | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 7 | Thiago Helguerasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 20 | €3.9m | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 9 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 90 | 78 |
| 10 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 89 | 79 |
| 11 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Lorenzo Ignacchitisimilar↗ | Reggiana | 22 | €1.6m | 89 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rodrigo Herrera
≈ 100% Rodrigo Herrera · low reliability
≈ 100% Rodrigo Herrera · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Rodrigo Herrera · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rodrigo Herrera?
By Doppel's fit score, Nolan Binet (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) is the closest profile to Rodrigo Herrera, with a 82/100 overall match. Selvi Clúa and Jordan Mendes Correia are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rodrigo Herrera?
Yes. Selvi Clúa (Mirandés) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rodrigo Herrera?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rodrigo Herrera's 2026 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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