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Mazatlán· 2025/2026 · Liga MX · FULL

Best Alternatives to Yoel Bárcenas

Right WingPanama32yN/AFull profile →

0.12G/90

0.04A/90

Based on 1,388 min · 2025/2026 · Liga MX · FULL

Ranked by AI DNA similarity — playing style, pressing, and tactical fit. Below: the closest replacements with per-90 stats and form.

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Top 3 alternatives to Yoel Bárcenas

Álex Sola81% match
Granada · La Liga
Rober González81% match
NEC Nijmegen · Eredivisie
Fer Niño

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Intelligence Verdict

Ball RecoveriesTop 9%

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“Edgar Yoel Bárcenas Herrera is a Forward....”

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Playing Style Analysis

Edgar Yoel Bárcenas Herrera is a Forward. Versatile attacking option. The three closest DNA matches to Yoel Bárcenas:

Álex Sola(81% match) — A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as draws fouls effectively (2.3/90).
Rober González(81% match) — A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a reliable supplier (0.18 assists/90) and draws fouls effectively (2.5/90).
Fer Niño(80% match) — A Target Man. Statistically, he stands out as a regular goalscorer (0.20 goals/90).

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Yoel Bárcenas

AttackerPanamaLiga MXN/A

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Similar Players — Ranked by DNA Similarity

Álex Sola

Granada · La Liga

Spain27yContract 2026

G/900.10

A/900.10

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vs Bárcenas: 5y younger

81% match

N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the best alternatives to Yoel Bárcenas?▼

The top alternatives to Yoel Bárcenas based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Álex Sola, Rober González, Fer Niño, Manuel Torres, Martín Merquelanz. These players were matched using Rising Transfers' 768-dimension DNA model across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit — not just position or market value.

Which players are similar to Yoel Bárcenas in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to Yoel Bárcenas in 2026 include Álex Sola (N/A), Rober González (N/A), Fer Niño (N/A). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does Yoel Bárcenas play and who plays similarly?▼

Yoel Bárcenas plays as a Attacker. Players with a comparable positional profile include Álex Sola (Spain, N/A); Rober González (Spain, N/A); Fer Niño (Spain, N/A); Manuel Torres (Spain, N/A).

How does Rising Transfers find similar players?▼

Rising Transfers uses a proprietary 768-dimension Player DNA model trained on 3.2 million match events. Each player is represented as a vector across 35+ per-90 metrics including pressing intensity, passing footprint, dribbling profile, and defensive contribution. Similarity is measured using cosine distance — the same technique used in state-of-the-art AI systems — making it the most precise player comparison tool available publicly.

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