Players like Jens Stage
CM/CDMSV Werder Bremen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJens Stage's profile ↗
The players most similar to Jens Stage are Johan Manzambi, Rolando Mandragora, Corentin Tolisso. Doppel rates Johan Manzambi (SC Freiburg) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Casemiro scores 83/100 at about €5.5m. Data as of September 2026.
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Jens Stage is a dynamic central midfielder with a potent scoring touch, thriving as a goal-scoring anchor in midfield. His elite finishing ability and exceptional non-penalty goal output set him apart, placing him among the top 1% of his positional peers. With a solid presence in aerial duels and remarkable durability—missing just 12 games over the last three seasons—Stage exemplifies reliability and quality, making him a key asset for Werder Bremen.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Jens Stage
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 29 | €8.6m | 94 | 84 |
| 3 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 94 | 83 |
| 4 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Nikolas Narteysimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 26 | €10m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Cesare Casadeisimilar↗ | Torino | 23 | €16m | 93 | 83 |
| 7 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 93 | 83 |
| 8 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 93 | 87 |
| 10 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Victor Torpsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
| 12 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €27m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jens Stage
≈ 100% Jens Stage · strong: Duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Jens Stage · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Jens Stage · strong: Possession won in att. third, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jens Stage?
By Doppel's fit score, Johan Manzambi (SC Freiburg) is the closest profile to Jens Stage, with a 85/100 overall match. Rolando Mandragora and Corentin Tolisso are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Jens Stage?
Yes. Casemiro (Manchester United) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €5.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Jens Stage?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Jens Stage'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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