Players like Alex Matos
CM/CDMSheffield United · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlex Matos's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alex Matos are Allan Ackra, Jocelyn Janneh, Ibrahim Fofana. Doppel rates Allan Ackra (Clermont Foot) a 79/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Allan Ackra scores 79/100 at about €600k. Data as of August 2026.
About Alex Matos
Alex Matos is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in tackles and interceptions, making him a pivotal presence in breaking up opposition play. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 19% of his positional peers, his ability to win duels and regain possession in the attacking third highlights his industrious nature. With no games missed in the last three seasons, his durability adds to his reliability, making him a valuable asset in the heart of the midfield.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alex Matos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 2 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 88 | 80 |
| 3 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 88 | 77 |
| 4 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 87 | 79 |
| 5 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.1m | 87 | 77 |
| 6 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 86 | 76 |
| 7 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 26 | €1.3m | 86 | 76 |
| 8 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 21 | €1.8m | 86 | 77 |
| 9 | Abdoulaye Kantésimilar↗ | Troyes | 21 | €4.7m | 86 | 75 |
| 10 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 85 | 79 |
| 11 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 85 | 78 |
| 12 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 84 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alex Matos
≈ 100% Alex Matos · medium reliability
≈ 100% Alex Matos · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Alex Matos · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Alex Matos?
By Doppel's fit score, Allan Ackra (Clermont Foot) is the closest profile to Alex Matos, with a 79/100 overall match. Jocelyn Janneh and Ibrahim Fofana are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alex Matos?
Yes. Allan Ackra (Clermont Foot) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alex Matos?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alex Matos's 2024/25 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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