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Real Sociedad· 2025/2026 · La Liga · PARTIAL

Best Alternatives to Takefusa Kubo

Right WingJapan25y€30.0MFull profile →

Dynamic ForwardDribbler

0.12G/90

0.23A/90

Based on 1,542 min · 2025/2026 · La Liga · PARTIAL

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 Takefusa Kubo

Franco Mastantuono80% match
Real Madrid · La Liga · €50.0M
Giuliano Simeone80% match
Atlético Madrid · La Liga · €40.0M
Viktor Tsygankov76% match
Girona · La Liga · €15.0M

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Playing Style Analysis

Dynamic ForwardDribbler

A Dynamic Forward. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, an elite creator (1.9 key passes/90), a reliable supplier (0.23 assists/90), a dynamic dribbler (2.2/90), wins the physical battle (58% duel success) and draws fouls effectively (2.9/90). The three closest DNA matches to Takefusa Kubo:

Franco Mastantuono(80% match) — A Inside Forward. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, a capable chance creator (1.4 key passes/90), a constant goal threat (2.6 shots/90), a dynamic dribbler (2.2/90), meticulous in distribution (90% pass accuracy), creates high-quality scoring opportunities (0.52 big chances/90) and draws fouls effectively (2.6/90).
Giuliano Simeone(80% match) — A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as a capable chance creator (1.4 key passes/90) and a prolific assist provider (0.27 assists/90).
Viktor Tsygankov(76% match) — A Forward. Statistically, he stands out as naturally left-footed, an elite creator (1.9 key passes/90), a regular goalscorer (0.20 goals/90) and a reliable supplier (0.17 assists/90).

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Similar Players — Ranked by DNA Similarity

Franco Mastantuono

Real Madrid · La Liga

Argentina18yContract 2031

G/900.09

A/900.00

Inside ForwardDribblerOut of form ↓

vs Kubo: €20M more expensive · 7y younger

80% match

€50.0M

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the best alternatives to Takefusa Kubo?▼

The top alternatives to Takefusa Kubo based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Franco Mastantuono, Giuliano Simeone, Viktor Tsygankov, Rodrygo, Brahim Díaz. 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 Takefusa Kubo in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to Takefusa Kubo in 2026 include Franco Mastantuono (€50.0M), Giuliano Simeone (€40.0M), Viktor Tsygankov (€15.0M). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does Takefusa Kubo play and who plays similarly?▼

Takefusa Kubo plays as a Attacker. Players with a comparable positional profile include Franco Mastantuono (Argentina, €50.0M); Giuliano Simeone (Argentina, €40.0M); Viktor Tsygankov (Ukraine, €15.0M); Rodrygo (Brazil, €60.0M).

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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