Players like Danylo Ignatenko
CM/CDMBordeaux · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDanylo Ignatenko's profile ↗
The players most similar to Danylo Ignatenko are Darko Nejašmić, Melle Meulensteen, Peru Nolaskoain. Doppel rates Darko Nejašmić (NEC Nijmegen) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Peru Nolaskoain scores 79/100 at about €800k. Data as of July 2026.
About Danylo Ignatenko
Danylo Ignatenko is a commanding defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and distribution, evident from his top 5% ranking in aerial duels won. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 13% of his position, he showcases reliability and durability, missing just one game in three seasons. His ability to deliver accurate long balls and clearances further enhances his defensive prowess, making him a vital asset in breaking up play and initiating attacks from deep.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Accurate long balls. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Danylo Ignatenko
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Peru Nolaskoainsimilar↗ | Eibar | 28 | €800k | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 92 | 79 |
| 6 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Bryan Cristantesimilar↗ | AS Roma | 31 | €7.7m | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 23 | €2.8m | 90 | 79 |
| 10 | Ezechiel Banzuzisimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 21 | €17m | 90 | 78 |
| 11 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 90 | 79 |
| 12 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Danylo Ignatenko
≈ 100% Danylo Ignatenko · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Danylo Ignatenko · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Danylo Ignatenko · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Danylo Ignatenko?
By Doppel's fit score, Darko Nejašmić (NEC Nijmegen) is the closest profile to Danylo Ignatenko, with a 81/100 overall match. Melle Meulensteen and Peru Nolaskoain are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Danylo Ignatenko?
Yes. Peru Nolaskoain (Eibar) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Danylo Ignatenko?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Danylo Ignatenko'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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