Players like Pape Matar Sarr
CM/CDMTottenham Hotspur · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPape Matar Sarr's profile ↗
The players most similar to Pape Matar Sarr are Yangel Herrera, Nico O'Reilly, Alex Scott. Doppel rates Yangel Herrera (Girona FC) a 83/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ross Barkley scores 82/100 at about €3.6m. Data as of September 2026.
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Pape Matar Sarr is a dynamic central midfielder known for his ability to control the game and disrupt opposition play. With a top 41% Sofascore rating among his positional peers, he excels in winning possession in the attacking third and delivering accurate final-third passes, showcasing his creativity and influence on the pitch. His durability is notable, having missed only five games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable asset for Tottenham Hotspur.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes, Touches. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Pape Matar Sarr
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Girona FC | 28 | €5.6m | 96 | 83 |
| 2 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 95 | 86 |
| 3 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Tom Bischofsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 21 | €39m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 92 | 82 |
| 8 | Kodai Sanosimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €13m | 92 | 82 |
| 9 | Yasin Ayarisimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €32m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Rodrisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 30 | €50m | 91 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pape Matar Sarr
≈ 100% Pape Matar Sarr · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Pape Matar Sarr · strong: Clearances, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Pape Matar Sarr · strong: Clearances, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Duels won /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Pape Matar Sarr?
By Doppel's fit score, Yangel Herrera (Girona FC) is the closest profile to Pape Matar Sarr, with a 83/100 overall match. Nico O'Reilly and Alex Scott are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Pape Matar Sarr?
Yes. Ross Barkley (Luton Town) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €3.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Pape Matar Sarr?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Pape Matar Sarr'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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