Players like Samuel Giovane
CM/CDMPalermo · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamuel Giovane's profile ↗
Samuel Giovane is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Palermo in Serie B. In the 2024/25 season, he made 31 appearances, contributing 1 goal and 4 assists over 1944 minutes. Players similar to Giovane include Niklas Pyyhtiä from Ternana, who has a fit score of 82/100, and Andrea Franzoni of Virtus Entella, with a fit score of 85/100, both showcasing comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Samuel Giovane
Samuel Giovane is a creative central midfielder with an eye for playmaking, showcasing his ability to generate big chances consistently. Despite being in the bottom tier of his positional peers for overall quality, he stands out as a durable presence, missing no games in the last three seasons. While his tackling and interception metrics suggest he may not excel defensively, his knack for creating goal-scoring opportunities highlights his role as a pivotal link in attack.
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 · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
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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?
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