Players like Samy Benchama
CM/CDMRodez AF · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamy Benchama's profile ↗
Samy Benchama is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Rodez AF in Ligue 2, with 30 appearances, 4 goals, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Benchama include Danijel Aleksić from Konyaspor, who has a fit score of 84/100, and Johan Johanessen Bakke from Strømsgodset, with a fit score of 81/100. These players offer comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Samy Benchama
Samy Benchama is a goal-scoring central midfielder who thrives on finding the back of the net, evidenced by his impressive non-penalty goals per 90 minutes, placing him in the top 14% of his peers. While his overall quality ranks lower, his durability stands out, with no games missed in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option in the squad. However, he could enhance his impact by improving his involvement in duels and accuracy in the final third.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Samy Benchama
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johan Johanessen Bakkesimilar↗ | Strømsgodset | 22 | €500k | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Lewis Bakersimilar↗ | Stoke City | 31 | €1.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Petter Strandsimilar↗ | Vålerenga IF | 32 | €400k | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Jesper Isaksensimilar↗ | Kristiansund BK | 27 | €400k | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Jürgen Ekkelenkampsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 26 | €10m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Edo Kayembesimilar↗ | Watford | 28 | €4.2m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Cisse Sandrasimilar↗ | Willem II Tilburg | 23 | €2.1m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 87 | 85 |
| 12 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €1.1m | 87 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samy Benchama
≈ 100% Samy Benchama · medium reliability
≈ 100% Samy Benchama · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Samy Benchama · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Samy Benchama?
By Doppel's fit score, Johan Johanessen Bakke (Strømsgodset) is the closest profile to Samy Benchama, with a 81/100 overall match. Danijel Aleksić and Lewis Baker are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Samy Benchama?
Yes. Danijel Aleksić (Konyaspor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Samy Benchama?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Samy Benchama's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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