Players like Massimo Bertagnoli
CM/CDMReggiana · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMassimo Bertagnoli's profile ↗
The players most similar to Massimo Bertagnoli are Ibai Aguirre, Manuel Rodríguez, Tom Strannegård. Doppel rates Ibai Aguirre (Real Sociedad B) a 80/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Joel Silva scores 78/100 at about €400k. Data as of August 2026.
About Massimo Bertagnoli
Massimo Bertagnoli is a robust defensive midfielder known for his ability to break up play and contribute to the attack. With a strong presence in clearances and an eye for creating big chances, he showcases a solid all-around game despite his bottom 8% Sofascore rating among peers. His durability shines through with just 16 games missed over the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability in the heart of midfield.
Strengths: Clearances, Big chances created. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Massimo Bertagnoli
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ibai Aguirresimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 19 | €900k | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Manuel Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 21 | €1.0m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Tom Strannegårdsimilar↗ | IK Start | 24 | €600k | 89 | 79 |
| 4 | Samuel Giovanesimilar↗ | Carrarese | 23 | €1.2m | 89 | 78 |
| 5 | Zico Buurmeestersimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 24 | €1.3m | 88 | 78 |
| 6 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 88 | 78 |
| 7 | George Thomasonsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 24 | €2.4m | 87 | 78 |
| 8 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | Boavista | 23 | €400k | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Tika de Jongesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 23 | €1.7m | 87 | 78 |
| 11 | Felix Keidelsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 23 | €1.2m | 86 | 78 |
| 12 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €800k | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Massimo Bertagnoli
≈ 100% Massimo Bertagnoli · medium reliability
≈ 100% Massimo Bertagnoli · medium reliability
≈ 100% Massimo Bertagnoli · strong: Accurate crosses, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Massimo Bertagnoli?
By Doppel's fit score, Ibai Aguirre (Real Sociedad B) is the closest profile to Massimo Bertagnoli, with a 80/100 overall match. Manuel Rodríguez and Tom Strannegård are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Massimo Bertagnoli?
Yes. Joel Silva (Boavista) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Massimo Bertagnoli?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Massimo Bertagnoli'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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