Players like Yann Bodiger
CM/CDMAD Ceuta · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYann Bodiger's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yann Bodiger are Noe Lebreton, Julian Niehues, Stefan Džodić. Doppel rates Noe Lebreton (Caen) a 80/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Justin Smith scores 79/100 at about €800k. Data as of July 2026.
About Yann Bodiger
Yann Bodiger is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and providing solid defensive contributions through tackles and interceptions. While his offensive output is limited, his reliability shines through with no missed games in the last three seasons, showcasing his durability. Although he ranks in the bottom tier for playmaking metrics, his defensive prowess makes him a dependable anchor in the midfield, even if his overall quality sits in the lower percentiles.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Tackles + interceptions, Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yann Bodiger
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | Caen | 22 | €4.1m | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Nikolas Sattlbergersimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €2.1m | 92 | 78 |
| 5 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 91 | 79 |
| 7 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 22 | €1.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 8 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Jesús Álvarezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €900k | 90 | 78 |
| 10 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
| 12 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yann Bodiger
≈ 100% Yann Bodiger · low reliability
≈ 100% Yann Bodiger · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Yann Bodiger · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Yann Bodiger?
By Doppel's fit score, Noe Lebreton (Caen) is the closest profile to Yann Bodiger, with a 80/100 overall match. Julian Niehues and Stefan Džodić are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yann Bodiger?
Yes. Justin Smith (Sporting Gijón) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yann Bodiger?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yann Bodiger'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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