Players like Francesco Cassata
CMSpezia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFrancesco Cassata's profile ↗
The players most similar to Francesco Cassata are Darko Gyabi, Thiago Ojeda, Kevin Appin. Doppel rates Darko Gyabi (Plymouth Argyle) a 77/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thiago Ojeda scores 80/100 at about €600k. Data as of July 2026.
About Francesco Cassata
Francesco Cassata is a skilled ball-progressing central midfielder, adept at dribbling and delivering accurate crosses. Despite his overall performance rating being in the lower tier among his peers, he showcases impressive ability to navigate tight spaces and create opportunities through his dribbling. With a remarkable record of availability, missing no games in the last three seasons, he proves to be a reliable asset for Spezia, even if he hasn't been a major contributor in terms of goals or assists.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Francesco Cassata
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Darko Gyabisimilar↗ | Plymouth Argyle | 22 | €1.9m | 91 | 77 |
| 2 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Kevin Appinsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 28 | €800k | 90 | 78 |
| 4 | Milan Robinsimilar↗ | FC Martigues | 27 | €1.0m | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Paul Venotsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 25 | €600k | 88 | 78 |
| 6 | Javi Martínezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
| 7 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 86 | 79 |
| 8 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 20 | €700k | 86 | 78 |
| 9 | Bobby Clarksimilar↗ | Derby County | 21 | €8.8m | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 26 | €1.0m | 86 | 77 |
| 11 | Olivier Kemensimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 30 | €2.4m | 85 | 77 |
| 12 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Francesco Cassata
≈ 100% Francesco Cassata · strong: Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Francesco Cassata · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Francesco Cassata · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Francesco Cassata?
By Doppel's fit score, Darko Gyabi (Plymouth Argyle) is the closest profile to Francesco Cassata, with a 77/100 overall match. Thiago Ojeda and Kevin Appin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Francesco Cassata?
Yes. Thiago Ojeda (Cultural Leonesa) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Francesco Cassata?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Francesco Cassata'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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