Players like Mikel Amondarain
CDMEstudiantes de La Plata · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMikel Amondarain's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mikel Amondarain are Jonathan Ring, Kolbeinn Thordarson, Ludwig Thorell. Doppel rates Jonathan Ring (Kalmar FF) a 78/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jonathan Ring scores 78/100 at about €300k. Data as of July 2026.
About Mikel Amondarain
Mikel Amondarain is an attacking-minded defensive midfielder with a knack for finishing, showcasing elite goal-scoring ability for his position. Despite being in the bottom 40% overall, his durability stands out, having missed only one game in three seasons, making him a reliable presence on the pitch. While his defensive metrics may raise concerns, his successful dribbles and goal contributions highlight his potential as a dynamic playmaker who can influence games offensively.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Successful dribbles. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mikel Amondarain
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jonathan Ringsimilar↗ | Kalmar FF | 35 | €300k | 93 | 78 |
| 2 | Kolbeinn Thordarsonsimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 26 | €1.0m | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Ludwig Thorellsimilar↗ | Mjällby AIF | 21 | €1.0m | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Youssouf Diarrasimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 28 | €800k | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Max Mariesimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 22 | €1.7m | 90 | 78 |
| 6 | Oumar Ngomsimilar↗ | Pau FC | 22 | €2.7m | 89 | 77 |
| 7 | Seydouba Cissesimilar↗ | Leganés | 25 | €2.1m | 89 | 77 |
| 8 | Marco Pompettisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 26 | €2.1m | 88 | 78 |
| 9 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 88 | 78 |
| 10 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 26 | €1.0m | 87 | 78 |
| 12 | Joshua Kitolanosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 25 | €2.7m | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mikel Amondarain
≈ 100% Mikel Amondarain · strong: Non-penalty goals, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Mikel Amondarain · low reliability
≈ 100% Mikel Amondarain · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mikel Amondarain?
By Doppel's fit score, Jonathan Ring (Kalmar FF) is the closest profile to Mikel Amondarain, with a 78/100 overall match. Kolbeinn Thordarson and Ludwig Thorell are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mikel Amondarain?
Yes. Jonathan Ring (Kalmar FF) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mikel Amondarain?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mikel Amondarain's 2026 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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