
Based on 1,952 min · 2024 · J-League · 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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See Full Verdict + Share Card →A Ball-Winner. Statistically, he stands out as reads the game exceptionally (1.8 interceptions/90) and wins the physical battle (56% duel success). The three closest DNA matches to Hotaru Yamaguchi:
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Elche · La Liga · €3.0M
Style DNA can match players in weaker leagues. List below blends vector similarity with J-League peers by value and league tier.
Ranked by RT Player DNA + league/value credibility. Scroll for full list, per-90 stats, and share cards.
Top 8 shown first · 16 total ranked by DNA + league fit.
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Source · Hotaru Yamaguchi
Alt · Niklas Dorsch
Alt · David Santos Daiber
Alt · Marc Aguado
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