Players like Benjamin André
CM/CDMLille · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBenjamin André's profile ↗
The players most similar to Benjamin André are Mats Wieffer, Lucas Paquetá, Éderson. Doppel rates Mats Wieffer (Brighton & Hove Albion) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ross Barkley scores 82/100 at about €3.6m. Data as of October 2026.
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Benjamin André is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his exceptional ability to dominate the midfield through duels and interceptions. With a Sofascore rating in the top 8% of his peers, he excels in winning both ground and aerial battles, making him a key asset in breaking up opposition play. His reliability is underscored by a consistent availability, missing only eight games over the last three seasons, solidifying his role as a durable anchor in Lille's midfield.
Strengths: Duels won, Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Benjamin André
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mats Wieffersimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 27 | €24m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Pape Matar Sarrsimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 24 | €28m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 9 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Benjamin André
≈ 100% Benjamin André · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Benjamin André · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Benjamin André · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Benjamin André?
Statistically, Mats Wieffer (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest look-alike to Benjamin André — a 82/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Benjamin André?
By Doppel's fit score, Mats Wieffer (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest profile to Benjamin André, with a 82/100 overall match. Lucas Paquetá and Éderson are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Benjamin André?
Yes. Ross Barkley (Aston Villa) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €3.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Benjamin André?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Benjamin André's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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