Players like Kalidou Sidibé
CMGuingamp · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitKalidou Sidibé's profile ↗
Kalidou Sidibé is a central midfielder for Guingamp in Ligue 2, having made 29 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 2 goals and 2 assists. Players similar to Sidibé include Jens Stage from SV Werder Bremen, who has a fit score of 82/100, and Cesare Casadei of Torino, also with a fit score of 82/100. Both players offer comparable roles and statistical profiles suitable for teams seeking a player with Sidibé's attributes.
About Kalidou Sidibé
Kalidou Sidibé is a dominant aerial presence in central midfield, exemplifying a strong ball-winner with impressive dueling capabilities. With an elite rating in aerial duels and overall quality in the top 21% of his peers, he consistently contributes to his team's structure and stability. His durability shines through with only nine missed games in three seasons, making him a reliable asset for Guingamp. While he may not excel in tackles or interceptions, his ability to control the midfield through aerial prowess sets him apart.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Duels won. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kalidou Sidibé
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezechiel Banzuzisimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 21 | €17m | 91 | 79 |
| 2 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Cesare Casadeisimilar↗ | Torino | 23 | €16m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Scott McTominaysimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 30 | €38m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Oscar Fraulosimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 23 | €2.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 8 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Josh Laurentsimilar↗ | Burnley | 31 | €1.5m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Richard Ríossimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €27m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Christoph Baumgartnersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 27 | €42m | 86 | 81 |
| 12 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kalidou Sidibé
≈ 100% Kalidou Sidibé · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Kalidou Sidibé · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Kalidou Sidibé · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Kalidou Sidibé?
By Doppel's fit score, Ezechiel Banzuzi (Oud-Heverlee Leuven) is the closest profile to Kalidou Sidibé, with a 79/100 overall match. Jens Stage and Cesare Casadei are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kalidou Sidibé?
Yes. Enric Llansana (Go Ahead Eagles) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kalidou Sidibé?
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