Players like Samba Diba
CDM/CMGrenoble Foot 38 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamba Diba's profile ↗
The players most similar to Samba Diba are Joseph N'Duquidi, Justin Smith, Javi Villar. Doppel rates Joseph N'Duquidi (Amiens SC) a 80/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Joseph N'Duquidi scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Samba Diba is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels, where he ranks in the top 12% among his peers. Despite his limited contributions in attack, his reliability and durability—missing only seven games in three seasons—make him a dependable presence in the midfield. While his passing metrics may not reflect creativity, his defensive acumen provides a solid foundation for his team.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Samba Diba
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joseph N'Duquidisimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 22 | €400k | 94 | 80 |
| 2 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Pape Diongsimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 20 | €2.6m | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Maguette Gueyesimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 24 | €2.1m | 92 | 78 |
| 6 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 7 | Théo Chennahisimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Paul Venotsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 25 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 9 | Thiago Helguerasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 20 | €3.9m | 90 | 79 |
| 10 | Selvi Clúasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €300k | 90 | 80 |
| 11 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samba Diba
≈ 100% Samba Diba · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Samba Diba · medium reliability
≈ 100% Samba Diba · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Samba Diba?
By Doppel's fit score, Joseph N'Duquidi (Amiens SC) is the closest profile to Samba Diba, with a 80/100 overall match. Justin Smith and Javi Villar are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Samba Diba?
Yes. Joseph N'Duquidi (Amiens SC) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Samba Diba?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Samba Diba'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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