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 (Quevilly - Rouen Métropole) 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 September 2026.
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Maxime Gonalons is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in tackles and interceptions, making him a pivotal presence in breaking up opposition play. Despite being in the bottom 36% of his peers overall, his durability and ability to win aerial duels highlight his reliability and physicality in midfield. While his contributions in the attacking phase may be limited, his accurate long balls showcase his capacity to switch play effectively. With no games missed in the last three seasons, he remains a steadfast option for Clermont Foot.
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↗ | Quevilly - Rouen Métropole | 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↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 88 | 76 |
| 5 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.1m | 86 | 76 |
| 7 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
| 8 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 86 | 77 |
| 9 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 86 | 76 |
| 11 | Andrey Santossimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €39m | 85 | 77 |
| 12 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 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 best replacement for Maxime Gonalons?
By Doppel's fit score, Balthazar Pierret (Quevilly - Rouen Métropole) 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 (Córdoba) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Maxime Gonalons?
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