Players like Simone Pontisso
CM/CDMCatanzaro · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSimone Pontisso's profile ↗
The players most similar to Simone Pontisso are Görkem Sağlam, Barry Bannan, Clint Leemans. Doppel rates Görkem Sağlam (Hatayspor) a 89/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Barry Bannan scores 84/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Simone Pontisso is a dynamic playmaking midfielder, excelling in creating goal-scoring opportunities and delivering precise crosses. With a Sofascore rating in the top 11% of his peers, he stands out for his ability to generate big chances and key passes, making him a crucial asset in the attacking phase. His impressive durability, missing no games in the last three seasons, underscores his reliability and commitment on the pitch. While he may not excel in duels or defensive actions, his offensive contributions more than compensate for this.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Big chances created, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Simone Pontisso
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 96 | 89 |
| 2 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 94 | 84 |
| 3 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Giacomo Calòsimilar↗ | Frosinone | 29 | €2.3m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Qazim Lacisimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 30 | €2.9m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Simone Pontisso
≈ 100% Simone Pontisso · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Simone Pontisso · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Simone Pontisso · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Simone Pontisso?
By Doppel's fit score, Görkem Sağlam (Hatayspor) is the closest profile to Simone Pontisso, with a 89/100 overall match. Barry Bannan and Clint Leemans are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Simone Pontisso?
Yes. Barry Bannan (Sheffield Wednesday) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Simone Pontisso?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Simone Pontisso'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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