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 September 2026.
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Yann Bodiger is a robust, defensive midfielder who excels in breaking up play and dominating aerial battles. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 37% of his peers, he showcases solid tackling and interception stats, making him reliable in defensive duties. His durability is a significant asset, as he has missed no games in the last three seasons, proving to be a consistent presence in midfield. However, his lack of creativity in the attacking phase limits his overall influence on games.
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 · 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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