Players like Nathanaël Saintini
CBFC Martigues · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathanaël Saintini's profile ↗
Nathanaël Saintini is a centre-back for FC Martigues in Ligue 2, with 28 appearances and 3 assists in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Saintini include Luc Mares from HamKam, and Bastian Allgeier of SSV Ulm 1846, both with a fit score of 81/100. Oscar Naasei from Granada stands out with a fit score of 82/100, offering a comparable role and statistical profile.
About Nathanaël Saintini
Nathanaël Saintini embodies the archetype of a ball-playing centre-back, showcasing impressive creativity from the backline. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 26% of his positional peers, his ability to deliver accurate crosses and key passes ranks him in the top 11% and 26%, respectively, indicating a valuable playmaking trait. His durability stands out, having missed no games in the past three seasons, making him a reliable option for any squad.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Key passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nathanaël Saintini
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luc Maressimilar↗ | HamKam | 30 | €400k | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Bastian Allgeiersimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 24 | €800k | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Oscar Naaseisimilar↗ | Granada | 21 | €1.5m | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Diego Sánchezsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Guus Offerhaussimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 25 | €700k | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | José Marsàsimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 24 | €3.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Gabriele Zappasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 27 | €2.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Luca Sirchsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 27 | €2.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Carlo Faedosimilar↗ | Padova | 27 | €700k | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Enrique Lofolomosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €1.1m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathanaël Saintini
≈ 100% Nathanaël Saintini · low reliability
≈ 100% Nathanaël Saintini · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Nathanaël Saintini · strong: Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nathanaël Saintini?
By Doppel's fit score, Luc Mares (HamKam) is the closest profile to Nathanaël Saintini, with a 81/100 overall match. Bastian Allgeier and Oscar Naasei are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nathanaël Saintini?
Yes. Luc Mares (HamKam) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nathanaël Saintini?
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