Players like George Dobson
CM/CDMWrexham · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGeorge Dobson's profile ↗
The players most similar to George Dobson are Beñat Gerenabarrena, Calvin Twigt, Darko Nejašmić. Doppel rates Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Calvin Twigt scores 80/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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George Dobson is a reliable defensive midfielder, excelling at breaking up play and distributing the ball effectively. With his top 15% ranking in accurate long balls and strong performance in tackles and interceptions, he anchors the midfield while ensuring defensive stability. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only two games in the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability in the engine room. While not a goal-scoring threat, his ability to control the game makes him a valuable asset for Wrexham.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Clearances, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to George Dobson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Calvin Twigtsimilar↗ | Willem II Tilburg | 23 | €700k | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Siebe Schrijverssimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 30 | €1.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 32 | €900k | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 24 | €800k | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 88 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match George Dobson
≈ 100% George Dobson · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% George Dobson · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% George Dobson · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to George Dobson?
Statistically, Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) is the closest look-alike to George Dobson — a 83/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for George Dobson?
By Doppel's fit score, Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) is the closest profile to George Dobson, with a 83/100 overall match. Calvin Twigt and Darko Nejašmić are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to George Dobson?
Yes. Calvin Twigt (Willem II Tilburg) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to George Dobson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from George Dobson'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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