Players like Gabriel Neves
CM/CDMEstudiantes de La Plata · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitGabriel Neves's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gabriel Neves are Yannick Engelhardt, Silas Gnaka, Silas Andersen. Doppel rates Yannick Engelhardt (Fortuna Düsseldorf) a 77/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nicolas Schiavi scores 77/100 at about €400k. Data as of August 2026.
About Gabriel Neves
Gabriel Neves is a commanding defensive midfielder with a knack for precision passing, evidenced by his elite accuracy in long balls, placing him in the top 1% among his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9%, he excels in aerial duels and consistently influences play from deep, showcasing reliability despite a history of injury setbacks. While his attacking contributions may be limited, his durability and ability to control the game make him a crucial asset in midfield.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating. Availability: 22 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gabriel Neves
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yannick Engelhardtsimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €6.5m | 90 | 77 |
| 2 | Silas Gnakasimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 28 | €900k | 89 | 77 |
| 3 | Silas Andersensimilar↗ | BK Häcken | 22 | €7.2m | 89 | 76 |
| 4 | Leon Jensensimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 29 | €700k | 89 | 78 |
| 5 | Nicolas Schiavisimilar↗ | Carrarese | 31 | €400k | 89 | 77 |
| 6 | Giovanni Haagsimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 26 | €1.9m | 88 | 77 |
| 7 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 88 | 77 |
| 8 | Marcus Lindbergsimilar↗ | IK Sirius | 26 | €1.0m | 87 | 76 |
| 9 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 87 | 77 |
| 10 | Ramiz Zerroukisimilar↗ | FC Twente | 28 | €6.0m | 87 | 76 |
| 11 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Youness Lachhabsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 28 | €800k | 86 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gabriel Neves
≈ 100% Gabriel Neves · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Gabriel Neves · low reliability
≈ 100% Gabriel Neves · strong: Sofascore rating, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Gabriel Neves?
By Doppel's fit score, Yannick Engelhardt (Fortuna Düsseldorf) is the closest profile to Gabriel Neves, with a 77/100 overall match. Silas Gnaka and Silas Andersen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gabriel Neves?
Yes. Nicolas Schiavi (Carrarese) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gabriel Neves?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gabriel Neves's 2025 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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