Who should replace Marcus Rafferty?
CMDegerfors IF · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMarcus Rafferty's profile ↗
Marcus Rafferty is a central midfielder for Degerfors IF in the Allsvenskan, aged 22, with a market value of €1m. For those searching for the best replacement for Rafferty, Julian Justvan (1. FC Nürnberg, GER-2. Bundesliga) stands out with a fit score of 89/100, followed closely by Rodrigo Atencio (Independiente Rivadavia, ARG-Liga Profesional) with a fit score of 86/100. Both players excel in similar tactical roles, making them ideal alternatives.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muhammed Damarsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 22 | €4.6m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Immanuel Pheraisimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 25 | €1.6m | 94 | 81 |
| 3 | Rodrigo Atenciosimilar↗ | Independiente Rivadavia | 24 | €2.2m | 94 | 86 |
| 4 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 94 | 89 |
| 5 | Cisse Sandrasimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.1m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | Théo Zidanesimilar↗ | Córdoba | 24 | €600k | 93 | 81 |
| 7 | Baptiste Mouazansimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 25 | €400k | 93 | 82 |
| 8 | Jonas Therkelsensimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 23 | €2.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Fabio Maistrosimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 28 | €400k | 93 | 82 |
| 10 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Ruben Altesimilar↗ | Viking FK | 26 | €700k | 92 | 82 |
| 12 | Kevin Zenónsimilar↗ | Boca Juniors | 25 | €3.3m | 92 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Marcus Rafferty
≈ 100% Marcus Rafferty · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Marcus Rafferty · strong: Big chances created, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Shots /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Marcus Rafferty · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Marcus Rafferty?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Muhammed Damar (TSG Hoffenheim) does the closest job to Marcus Rafferty, at 94/100 on profile. Immanuel Pherai and Rodrigo Atencio follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Marcus Rafferty?
Yes — Baptiste Mouazan (Grenoble Foot 38) plays a similar central midfielder role at roughly €400k, a 82/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Marcus Rafferty?
Doppel learns Marcus Rafferty's role profile from his 2026 season and ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they do the same job, adjusted for league strength.
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