Players like Manu Koné
CM/CDMAS Roma · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitManu Koné's profile ↗
The players most similar to Manu Koné are Khéphren Thuram, Kodai Sano, Tom Cairney. Doppel rates Khéphren Thuram (Juventus) a 83/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Tom Cairney scores 83/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Manu Koné is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder with a strong presence in duels and dribbling, showcasing his ability to influence both defensive and offensive phases. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 30% of his peers, he consistently excels in winning duels and completing accurate passes in the final third. While his finishing leaves room for improvement, his durability is a concern, having missed a notable number of games in recent seasons. Overall, Koné’s blend of tenacity and technical ability makes him a valuable asset in midfield.
Strengths: Duels won, Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Manu Koné
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Khéphren Thuramsimilar↗ | Juventus | 25 | €36m | 95 | 83 |
| 2 | Kodai Sanosimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €13m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | Tom Cairneysimilar↗ | Fulham | 35 | €500k | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Jude Bellinghamsimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 23 | €123m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Youssouf Fofanasimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €25m | 92 | 83 |
| 8 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.5m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 91 | 86 |
| 12 | Carlos Alcarazsimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manu Koné
≈ 100% Manu Koné · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Shots /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Manu Koné · strong: Successful dribbles, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Clearances /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Manu Koné · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Manu Koné?
By Doppel's fit score, Khéphren Thuram (Juventus) is the closest profile to Manu Koné, with a 83/100 overall match. Kodai Sano and Tom Cairney are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Manu Koné?
Yes. Tom Cairney (Fulham) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Manu Koné?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Manu Koné'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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