Players like Christoph Baumgartner
CM/CAMRB Leipzig · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitChristoph Baumgartner's profile ↗
The players most similar to Christoph Baumgartner are Mario Pašalić, Kai Havertz, Enzo Fernández. Doppel rates Mario Pašalić (Atalanta) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Lucas Höler scores 83/100 at about €2.9m. Data as of September 2026.
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Christoph Baumgartner is a potent attacking midfielder, showcasing elite ability as a goal-scorer and playmaker. With a remarkable knack for non-penalty goals and an impressive xG+xA output, he consistently contributes to his team's offense, making him a valuable asset in the final third. His durability is a significant plus, missing only two games over the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability. While his finishing could see improvement, his overall impact remains substantial, marking him as a key player for RB Leipzig.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA, Shots. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Christoph Baumgartner
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mario Pašalićsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 31 | €6.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Kai Havertzsimilar↗ | Arsenal | 27 | €53m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Enzo Fernándezsimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €87m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Weston McKenniesimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €31m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Ismaïla Sarrsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €38m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Jude Bellinghamsimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 23 | €123m | 92 | 83 |
| 8 | Lucas Hölersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €2.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | João Pedrosimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €74m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Diego Gómezsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €27m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Daan Heymanssimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 27 | €6.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 91 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Christoph Baumgartner
≈ 100% Christoph Baumgartner · strong: xG + xA, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Christoph Baumgartner · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Christoph Baumgartner · strong: xG + xA, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Christoph Baumgartner?
By Doppel's fit score, Mario Pašalić (Atalanta) is the closest profile to Christoph Baumgartner, with a 84/100 overall match. Kai Havertz and Enzo Fernández are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Christoph Baumgartner?
Yes. Lucas Höler (SC Freiburg) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €2.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Christoph Baumgartner?
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