Players like Damien Durand
LM/STRed Star FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDamien Durand's profile ↗
Damien Durand is a left midfielder/striker for Red Star FC in Ligue 2, having made 33 appearances in the 2025/26 season, scoring 13 goals and providing 2 assists. Players similar to Durand include Bård Finne from SK Brann with a fit score of 84/100, and Josh Sargent from Norwich City, who has a fit score of 82/100. Both players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles to Durand.
About Damien Durand
Damien Durand is a dynamic left midfielder and striker, known for his goal-scoring prowess and precise crossing ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his positional peers, he consistently delivers impactful performances, evidenced by 13 goals in 33 appearances this season. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only three games in the last three seasons. While not a physical presence in duels, his offensive contributions make him a key player in any attacking setup.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Damien Durand
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Josh Sargentsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 26 | €15m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Bård Finnesimilar↗ | SK Brann | 31 | €700k | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Vegard Erliensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 28 | €1.0m | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Victor Edvardsensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 30 | €900k | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Josh Windasssimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 32 | €1.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Joël Piroesimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €9.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Adam Armstrongsimilar↗ | Southampton | 29 | €6.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Dante Vanzeirsimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 28 | €1.6m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Jonathan Burkardtsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 26 | €29m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Giuseppe Ambrosinosimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €2.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Benito Ramansimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 32 | €800k | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Kaio Jorgesimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 24 | €24m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Damien Durand
≈ 100% Damien Durand · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Damien Durand · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Damien Durand · strong: Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Damien Durand?
By Doppel's fit score, Josh Sargent (Norwich City) is the closest profile to Damien Durand, with a 82/100 overall match. Bård Finne and Vegard Erlien are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Damien Durand?
Yes. Bård Finne (SK Brann) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Damien Durand?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Damien Durand's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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