Players like Alberto Grassi
CM/CDMCremonese · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlberto Grassi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alberto Grassi are Yann Bodiger, Anouar El Azzouzi, Gustavo Assunção. Doppel rates Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) a 78/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yann Bodiger scores 78/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Alberto Grassi is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his ability to disrupt opposition play and win possession in advanced areas, ranking in the top 15% for tackles won in the attacking third. While his overall quality may place him in the lower tier of his positional peers, his aerial prowess and reliability—missing only 16 games over the last three seasons—make him a solid presence in midfield. His limitations in creating chances are evident, but his defensive contributions are invaluable to his team's structure.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Clearances, Aerial duels won. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alberto Grassi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 93 | 78 |
| 2 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 92 | 78 |
| 3 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 22 | €1.6m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 6 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 88 | 78 |
| 7 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 88 | 78 |
| 8 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 88 | 78 |
| 9 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 23 | €2.8m | 87 | 77 |
| 10 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 87 | 78 |
| 11 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 85 | 77 |
| 12 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 85 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alberto Grassi
≈ 100% Alberto Grassi · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Alberto Grassi · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Alberto Grassi · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Alberto Grassi?
By Doppel's fit score, Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) is the closest profile to Alberto Grassi, with a 78/100 overall match. Anouar El Azzouzi and Gustavo Assunção are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alberto Grassi?
Yes. Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alberto Grassi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alberto Grassi'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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