Players like Mael Corboz
CM/CDMArminia Bielefeld · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMael Corboz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mael Corboz are Andrea Franzoni, Thijs Oosting, Isaac Price. Doppel rates Andrea Franzoni (Virtus Entella) a 87/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Emiliano Marcondes scores 83/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Mael Corboz is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder known for his ability to contribute offensively while maintaining defensive responsibilities. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 19% of his positional peers, he excels in creating scoring opportunities, ranking in the top 25% for big chances created and top 21% for xG + xA per 90 minutes. His durability is a significant asset, with no games missed over the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Shots, xG + xA, Big chances created. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mael Corboz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 95 | 87 |
| 2 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 95 | 89 |
| 3 | Isaac Pricesimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €13m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Jürgen Ekkelenkampsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 26 | €10m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Justin Kumisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.3m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 89 | 87 |
| 12 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mael Corboz
≈ 100% Mael Corboz · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Mael Corboz · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Mael Corboz · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mael Corboz?
By Doppel's fit score, Andrea Franzoni (Virtus Entella) is the closest profile to Mael Corboz, with a 87/100 overall match. Thijs Oosting and Isaac Price are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mael Corboz?
Yes. Emiliano Marcondes (Norwich City) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mael Corboz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mael Corboz'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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