Players like Samuel Yohou
CBLe Mans · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamuel Yohou's profile ↗
Samuel Yohou is a centre-back for Le Mans in Ligue 2, with 31 appearances and 4 goals in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Yohou include Stefan Leković from Villarreal B U23, who has a fit score of 82/100, and Cheick Keita from RC Sporting Charleroi, with a fit score of 80/100. Other comparable players are Nicola Pietrangeli of Südtirol and Gabriel Wallentin from Halmstads BK, both showing strong defensive capabilities.
About Samuel Yohou
Samuel Yohou is a goal-scoring centre-back with a knack for finding the net, showcasing his effectiveness in set-piece situations. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top half of his positional peers, he stands out for his offensive contributions, netting four goals this season. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable fixture in Le Mans' defense. While his passing metrics might not shine, his primary role as a defensive stalwart and aerial threat is undeniable.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Samuel Yohou
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stefan Lekovićsimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 22 | €2.7m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Cheick Keitasimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 23 | €3.8m | 94 | 80 |
| 3 | Nicola Pietrangelisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 26 | €1.2m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Gabriel Wallentinsimilar↗ | Halmstads BK | 25 | €400k | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Matias Antoninisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 28 | €1.6m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Filippo Sgarbisimilar↗ | Padova | 29 | €600k | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Manuel Lamasimilar↗ | Granada | 25 | €1.5m | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Alessandro Pio Ricciosimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €300k | 91 | 81 |
| 9 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Wes Hardingsimilar↗ | Millwall | 30 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Malcom Bokelesimilar↗ | Göztepe | 26 | €5.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Seid Koraćsimilar↗ | Venezia | 25 | €1.4m | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samuel Yohou
≈ 100% Samuel Yohou · strong: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Samuel Yohou · low reliability
≈ 100% Samuel Yohou · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Samuel Yohou?
By Doppel's fit score, Stefan Leković (Villarreal B U23) is the closest profile to Samuel Yohou, with a 82/100 overall match. Cheick Keita and Nicola Pietrangeli are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Samuel Yohou?
Yes. Alessandro Pio Riccio (Sampdoria) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Samuel Yohou?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Samuel Yohou's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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