Who should replace Nathan Rodes?
CDM/CMFCV Dender · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathan Rodes's profile ↗
Nathan Rodes is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for FCV Dender in the Belgian Pro League, with 35 appearances during the 2025/26 season. For those seeking the best replacement for Rodes, Adam Carlén from Excelsior stands out with a fit score of 79/100, while Matthias Braunöder of Bari offers a solid alternative with a fit score of 76/100. Players similar to Rodes include Gabriel Moscardo and Ibrahim Karamoko, both providing tactical compatibility.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gabriel Moscardosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €7.5m | 94 | 75 |
| 2 | Matthias Braunödersimilar↗ | Bari | 24 | €800k | 93 | 76 |
| 3 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 26 | €400k | 93 | 79 |
| 4 | Ibrahim Karamokosimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 25 | €2.9m | 93 | 75 |
| 5 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 92 | 80 |
| 6 | Enrique Lofolomosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €1.1m | 92 | 77 |
| 7 | Nicolai Rappsimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 30 | €1.0m | 91 | 76 |
| 8 | Maxence Carliersimilar↗ | Nancy | 29 | €500k | 91 | 78 |
| 9 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 22 | €700k | 91 | 76 |
| 10 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 11 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Eibar | 33 | €400k | 90 | 77 |
| 12 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 29 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathan Rodes
≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nathan Rodes · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nathan Rodes?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Gabriel Moscardo (Espanyol) does the closest job to Nathan Rodes, at 94/100 on profile. Matthias Braunöder and Adam Carlén follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Nathan Rodes?
Yes — Adam Carlén (Excelsior) plays a similar defensive midfielder role at roughly €400k, a 79/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Nathan Rodes?
Doppel learns Nathan Rodes'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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