Players like Thomas Battistella
CMModena · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitThomas Battistella's profile ↗
Thomas Battistella is a central midfielder for Modena in Serie B, with 25 appearances and 1 assist in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Battistella include Makaya Ibrahima Diaby from Cercle Brugge, who has a fit score of 82/100, and Gvidas Gineitis of Torino, with a fit score of 80/100. Both players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them potential alternatives for teams seeking midfield depth.
About Thomas Battistella
Thomas Battistella is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for winning aerial duels and creating big chances, showcasing his strength in both defensive and offensive phases. Currently rated in the top 46% of his positional peers, his ability to contribute with non-penalty goals and duels won further highlights his all-around game. However, his struggle with injuries has limited his availability, making durability a concern. Despite this, his impactful presence on the pitch when fit makes him a valuable asset for any team.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Big chances created, Duels won. Availability: 32 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thomas Battistella
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 91 | 82 |
| 2 | Gvidas Gineitissimilar↗ | Torino | 22 | €5.0m | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Dehmaine Tabibousimilar↗ | Nantes | 21 | €5.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Diego Gómezsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €27m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 24 | €22m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Jacopo Fazzinisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €8.2m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thomas Battistella
≈ 100% Thomas Battistella · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Thomas Battistella · strong: Duels won, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Thomas Battistella · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Thomas Battistella?
By Doppel's fit score, Makaya Ibrahima Diaby (Cercle Brugge) is the closest profile to Thomas Battistella, with a 82/100 overall match. Gvidas Gineitis and Mats Pannewig are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thomas Battistella?
Yes. Makaya Ibrahima Diaby (Cercle Brugge) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thomas Battistella?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thomas Battistella'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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