Players like Adrien Thomasson
CM/CDM/CAMStade Rennais · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAdrien Thomasson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Adrien Thomasson are Matt O'Riley, Pascal Groß, Rémy Cabella. Doppel rates Matt O'Riley (Brighton & Hove Albion) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rémy Cabella scores 86/100 at about €1.2m. Data as of October 2026.
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Adrien Thomasson is a dynamic central midfielder, excelling as a playmaker with a robust defensive edge. His top-tier ability to create scoring opportunities is highlighted by impressive key passes and a high expected goals plus assists rate, while also contributing defensively with notable tackles and interceptions. With exceptional durability, missing no games in three seasons, Thomasson stands out as a reliable engine in midfield, making him a valuable asset for Stade Rennais.
Strengths: Key passes, xG + xA, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Adrien Thomasson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matt O'Rileysimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 26 | €17m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 95 | 87 |
| 3 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Nantes | 36 | €1.2m | 94 | 86 |
| 4 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 94 | 84 |
| 5 | Enzo Le Féesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 26 | €26m | 94 | 84 |
| 6 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 94 | 84 |
| 7 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Yéremy Pinosimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 24 | €27m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 93 | 84 |
| 11 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 12 | Amad Diallosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 24 | €44m | 92 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Adrien Thomasson
≈ 100% Adrien Thomasson · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Adrien Thomasson · strong: Accurate crosses, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Adrien Thomasson · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Adrien Thomasson?
Statistically, Matt O'Riley (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest look-alike to Adrien Thomasson — a 84/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Adrien Thomasson?
By Doppel's fit score, Matt O'Riley (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest profile to Adrien Thomasson, with a 84/100 overall match. Pascal Groß and Rémy Cabella are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Adrien Thomasson?
Yes. Rémy Cabella (Nantes) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €1.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Adrien Thomasson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Adrien Thomasson'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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