Players like Yoann Salmier
CB/RBClermont Foot · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYoann Salmier's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yoann Salmier are Lluís López, Matia Barzić, Alec Van Hoorenbeeck. Doppel rates Lluís López (Real Zaragoza) a 82/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nick Viergever scores 83/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Yoann Salmier is a versatile defender who can operate effectively at both centre-back and right-back, though his current statistics suggest he’s struggling to make a significant impact. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 27% of his peers, he lacks standout strengths, particularly in duels and defensive actions. However, his durability is a notable asset, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option for squad depth.
Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yoann Salmier
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lluís Lópezsimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 29 | €500k | 95 | 82 |
| 2 | Matia Barzićsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 22 | €900k | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Alec Van Hoorenbeecksimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 28 | €600k | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Manuel Lamasimilar↗ | Granada | 25 | €1.5m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Malcom Bokelesimilar↗ | Göztepe | 26 | €5.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | David Zecsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 26 | €2.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 87 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yoann Salmier
≈ 100% Yoann Salmier · low reliability
≈ 100% Yoann Salmier · low reliability
≈ 100% Yoann Salmier · strong: Clearances, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Yoann Salmier?
By Doppel's fit score, Lluís López (Real Zaragoza) is the closest profile to Yoann Salmier, with a 82/100 overall match. Matia Barzić and Alec Van Hoorenbeeck are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yoann Salmier?
Yes. Nick Viergever (FC Utrecht) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yoann Salmier?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yoann Salmier's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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