Players like Damián Rodríguez
CM/CDMReal Racing Club · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDamián Rodríguez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Damián Rodríguez are Aleix Garrido, Christian Eriksen, Umut Tohumcu. Doppel rates Aleix Garrido (Eibar) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Daniel Johnson scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Damián Rodríguez is a ball-retention specialist in the central midfield, showcasing his ability to maintain possession with impressive touches per 90 minutes, placing him in the top 24% of his peers. While his overall quality ranks in the bottom 24%, his durability is a significant asset, having missed no games over the last three seasons. However, he struggles in duels, particularly aerially, which limits his defensive impact.
Strengths: Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Damián Rodríguez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aleix Garridosimilar↗ | Eibar | 22 | €1.1m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Umut Tohumcusimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 22 | €3.2m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Tygo Landsimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €2.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Daniel Johnsonsimilar↗ | Stoke City | 34 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Farès Chaïbisimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €15m | 88 | 83 |
| 7 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Luke Cundlesimilar↗ | Stoke City | 24 | €2.9m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Angel Gomessimilar↗ | Lille | 26 | €11m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 87 | 83 |
| 11 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 86 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Damián Rodríguez
≈ 100% Damián Rodríguez · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Damián Rodríguez · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Damián Rodríguez · strong: Big chances created, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Damián Rodríguez?
By Doppel's fit score, Aleix Garrido (Eibar) is the closest profile to Damián Rodríguez, with a 82/100 overall match. Christian Eriksen and Umut Tohumcu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Damián Rodríguez?
Yes. Daniel Johnson (Stoke City) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Damián Rodríguez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Damián Rodríguez's 2025/26 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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