Players like Maxime Gonalons
CM/CDMClermont Foot · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitMaxime Gonalons's profile ↗
The players most similar to Maxime Gonalons are Balthazar Pierret, Mauricio Benitez, Samú Costa. Doppel rates Balthazar Pierret (Nantes) a 78/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Daniel Requena scores 80/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Maxime Gonalons is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up play with elite tackling and interception stats. With a solid aerial presence and precise long passing, he anchors the midfield and initiates transitions effectively. At 37, he remains durable, having missed no games in the last three seasons, though his offensive contributions lack impact in creating chances. While not among the elite, his reliable defensive skills make him a valuable asset in Clermont Foot's setup.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Maxime Gonalons
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balthazar Pierretsimilar↗ | Nantes | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 78 |
| 2 | Mauricio Benitezsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 22 | €2.3m | 88 | 76 |
| 3 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 88 | 77 |
| 4 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 88 | 76 |
| 5 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 21 | €2.1m | 86 | 76 |
| 7 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
| 8 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 86 | 77 |
| 9 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 86 | 77 |
| 10 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 86 | 78 |
| 11 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 86 | 76 |
| 12 | Andrey Santossimilar↗ | Manchester United | 22 | €39m | 85 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Maxime Gonalons
≈ 100% Maxime Gonalons · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Maxime Gonalons · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Maxime Gonalons · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Maxime Gonalons?
Statistically, Balthazar Pierret (Nantes) is the closest look-alike to Maxime Gonalons — a 78/100 profile match (89/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Maxime Gonalons?
By Doppel's fit score, Balthazar Pierret (Nantes) is the closest profile to Maxime Gonalons, with a 78/100 overall match. Mauricio Benitez and Samú Costa are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Maxime Gonalons?
Yes. Daniel Requena (Levante UD) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Maxime Gonalons?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Maxime Gonalons's 2023/24 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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