Players like Rafael Profini
CMClub Atlético Unión de Santa Fe · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitRafael Profini's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rafael Profini are Seydouba Cisse, Pablo Martínez, Marco Pompetti. Doppel rates Seydouba Cisse (Leganés) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ebrima Darboe scores 78/100 at about €500k. Data as of July 2026.
About Rafael Profini
Rafael Profini is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for creating goal-scoring opportunities, showcasing his playmaking prowess through key passes and finishing ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 31% of his positional peers, he stands out as a reliable and durable asset, having missed only two games in the last three seasons. While his defensive contributions may not be his strongest suit, his offensive impact makes him a valuable player in the final third.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Key passes. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rafael Profini
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seydouba Cissesimilar↗ | Leganés | 25 | €2.1m | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Pablo Martínezsimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €3.1m | 92 | 78 |
| 3 | Marco Pompettisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 26 | €2.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Julien Anzianisimilar↗ | Ajaccio | 27 | €800k | 91 | 79 |
| 5 | Toni Moyasimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 28 | €800k | 91 | 78 |
| 6 | Ebrima Darboesimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €500k | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Dani Lorenzosimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 23 | €1.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Mario Sorianosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 24 | €4.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 9 | Marc Domenechsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €700k | 89 | 79 |
| 10 | Pedro Alemañsimilar↗ | Granada | 24 | €1.6m | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Rayan Touzgharsimilar↗ | Pau FC | 23 | €1.9m | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Otso Liimattasimilar↗ | IFK Värnamo | 22 | €800k | 88 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rafael Profini
≈ 100% Rafael Profini · strong: Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Rafael Profini · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Rafael Profini · strong: Accurate crosses, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rafael Profini?
By Doppel's fit score, Seydouba Cisse (Leganés) is the closest profile to Rafael Profini, with a 80/100 overall match. Pablo Martínez and Marco Pompetti are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rafael Profini?
Yes. Ebrima Darboe (Frosinone) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rafael Profini?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rafael Profini'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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