Players like Henri Saivet
CDM/CM/CAMClermont Foot · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitHenri Saivet's profile ↗
The players most similar to Henri Saivet are Nicolas Schiavi, Kevin Höög Jansson, Stefano Russo. Doppel rates Nicolas Schiavi (Carrarese) a 80/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nicolas Schiavi scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Henri Saivet is a versatile central midfielder, excelling as a playmaker who can dictate the tempo and create scoring opportunities from deep. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his positional peers, he showcases remarkable accuracy in crosses and long balls, complemented by solid aerial presence. While his injury history has limited his availability, when fit, his ability to contribute both defensively and offensively makes him a key asset for Clermont Foot.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls. Availability: 29 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Henri Saivet
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nicolas Schiavisimilar↗ | Carrarese | 31 | €400k | 94 | 80 |
| 2 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 26 | €400k | 94 | 80 |
| 3 | Stefano Russosimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.3m | 94 | 78 |
| 4 | Jean Hugonetsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 27 | €1.2m | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Iyad Mohamedsimilar↗ | Casa Pia | 25 | €400k | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Matthias Verrethsimilar↗ | Bari | 28 | €500k | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Robert Wagnersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 23 | €2.7m | 90 | 79 |
| 9 | Jesús Álvarezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €900k | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 89 | 78 |
| 11 | Alessandro Sersantisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €1.9m | 89 | 78 |
| 12 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 89 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Henri Saivet
≈ 100% Henri Saivet · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Henri Saivet · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Henri Saivet · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Henri Saivet?
Statistically, Nicolas Schiavi (Carrarese) is the closest look-alike to Henri Saivet — a 80/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Henri Saivet?
By Doppel's fit score, Nicolas Schiavi (Carrarese) is the closest profile to Henri Saivet, with a 80/100 overall match. Kevin Höög Jansson and Stefano Russo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Henri Saivet?
Yes. Nicolas Schiavi (Carrarese) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Henri Saivet?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Henri Saivet's 2025/26 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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