Players like Samuel Giovane
CM/CDMPalermo · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamuel Giovane's profile ↗
The players most similar to Samuel Giovane are Niklas Pyyhtiä, Youssouf Diarra, Andrea Franzoni. Doppel rates Niklas Pyyhtiä (Ternana) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mael Corboz scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Samuel Giovane is a creative central midfielder who thrives on generating opportunities, as evidenced by his impressive ability to create big chances. Despite a Sofascore rating that places him in the bottom 15% of his peers, his durability shines through with zero missed games over the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While his defensive contributions and long ball accuracy could use improvement, his knack for playmaking makes him a valuable asset in the right system.
Strengths: Big chances created. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Samuel Giovane
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Niklas Pyyhtiäsimilar↗ | Ternana | 23 | €1.4m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Youssouf Diarrasimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 28 | €800k | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Ilias Koutsoupiassimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €3.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Ulrik Mathisensimilar↗ | SK Brann | 27 | €700k | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Mael Corbozsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 32 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €1.1m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Martin Palumbosimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 24 | €1.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Luuk Brouwerssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 28 | €1.4m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Jürgen Ekkelenkampsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 26 | €10m | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Edenilsonsimilar↗ | Grêmio | 37 | €300k | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samuel Giovane
≈ 100% Samuel Giovane · medium reliability
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≈ 100% Samuel Giovane · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Samuel Giovane?
By Doppel's fit score, Niklas Pyyhtiä (Ternana) is the closest profile to Samuel Giovane, with a 82/100 overall match. Youssouf Diarra and Andrea Franzoni are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Samuel Giovane?
Yes. Mael Corboz (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Samuel Giovane?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Samuel Giovane's 2024/25 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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