Who should replace Rodri?
CDM/CMFC Barcelona · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRodri's profile ↗
Rodri is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for FC Barcelona in La Liga, with 21 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking the best replacement for Rodri, Mats Wieffer from Brighton & Hove Albion offers a strong tactical fit with a score of 82/100, while Elliot Anderson and James Garner both have fit scores of 80/100, making them viable alternatives for similar roles in midfield.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elliot Andersonsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 24 | €100m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Mats Wieffersimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 27 | €24m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | James Garnersimilar↗ | Everton | 25 | €48m | 93 | 81 |
| 4 | Mikel Merinosimilar↗ | Arsenal | 30 | €26m | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 92 | 81 |
| 7 | Declan Ricesimilar↗ | Arsenal | 27 | €114m | 92 | 79 |
| 8 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Jefferson Lermasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 32 | €5.5m | 92 | 79 |
| 10 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Joelintonsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 30 | €27m | 91 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rodri
≈ 100% Rodri · strong: Duels won, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Touches /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Rodri · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Rodri · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rodri?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Elliot Anderson (Manchester City) does the closest job to Rodri, at 94/100 on profile. Mats Wieffer and James Garner follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Rodri?
Yes — Ross Barkley (Aston Villa) plays a similar defensive midfielder role at roughly €3.6m, a 83/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Rodri?
Doppel learns Rodri's role profile from his 2025/26 season and ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they do the same job, adjusted for league strength.
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