Players like Youssouf Diarra
CM/CDM/CAMCádiz · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYoussouf Diarra's profile ↗
The players most similar to Youssouf Diarra are Aarón Martín, Jamal Lowe, Milan Robin. Doppel rates Aarón Martín (Mirandés) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Manolo Portanova scores 83/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Youssouf Diarra is a durable central midfielder who offers solid presence on the pitch, having missed no games in three seasons. While he showcases reliability in his appearances, his overall quality sits in the lower percentile among his peers, indicating he may struggle to impact matches significantly. Diarra's limited output in key metrics, such as tackles and long balls, suggests he may not excel as a dynamic playmaker or defensive shield, making him a more peripheral figure in midfield battles.
Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Youssouf Diarra
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 20 | €700k | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Jamal Lowesimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 32 | €500k | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Milan Robinsimilar↗ | Le Mans | 27 | €1.0m | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Ander Madariagasimilar↗ | Eibar | 24 | €600k | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Pape Diongsimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 20 | €2.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 7 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 90 | 79 |
| 10 | Théo Chennahisimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Justin Kumisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.3m | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
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FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Youssouf Diarra?
Statistically, Aarón Martín (Mirandés) is the closest look-alike to Youssouf Diarra — a 81/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Youssouf Diarra?
By Doppel's fit score, Aarón Martín (Mirandés) is the closest profile to Youssouf Diarra, with a 81/100 overall match. Jamal Lowe and Milan Robin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Youssouf Diarra?
Yes. Manolo Portanova (Reggiana) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Youssouf Diarra?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Youssouf Diarra'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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