Players like Yannik Keitel
CM/CDMFC Augsburg · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitYannik Keitel's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yannik Keitel are Jean Hugonet, Philipp Sander, Carlo Sickinger. Doppel rates Jean Hugonet (1. FC Magdeburg) a 78/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Carlo Sickinger scores 78/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Yannik Keitel is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up play and dominating aerial duels. His clearances and long ball accuracy place him in the elite percentile among his peers, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposition attacks and initiate counter-play effectively. However, his injury history raises concerns about durability, having missed a significant portion of games over the past three seasons. Despite this, his defensive acumen makes him a valuable asset when fit.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won, Accurate long balls. Availability: 31 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yannik Keitel
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jean Hugonetsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 27 | €1.2m | 92 | 78 |
| 2 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 91 | 78 |
| 4 | Eric Martelsimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 24 | €8.2m | 91 | 77 |
| 5 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 90 | 78 |
| 6 | Peru Nolaskoainsimilar↗ | Eibar | 28 | €800k | 90 | 77 |
| 7 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Nathan Rodessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €700k | 89 | 77 |
| 11 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Bari | 28 | €500k | 88 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yannik Keitel
≈ 100% Yannik Keitel · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Yannik Keitel · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Yannik Keitel · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Yannik Keitel?
Statistically, Jean Hugonet (1. FC Magdeburg) is the closest look-alike to Yannik Keitel — a 78/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Yannik Keitel?
By Doppel's fit score, Jean Hugonet (1. FC Magdeburg) is the closest profile to Yannik Keitel, with a 78/100 overall match. Philipp Sander and Carlo Sickinger are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yannik Keitel?
Yes. Carlo Sickinger (SV 07 Elversberg) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yannik Keitel?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yannik Keitel's 2023/24 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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