Players like Simone Bastoni
CM/CDMCesena · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSimone Bastoni's profile ↗
The players most similar to Simone Bastoni are Arsen Zakharyan, Florian Neuhaus, Samu. Doppel rates Arsen Zakharyan (Real Sociedad) a 86/100 overall match — 97/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ajdin Hrustić scores 86/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Simone Bastoni is a versatile central midfielder with a knack for contributing to the attack, boasting impressive metrics in goal-scoring and crossing accuracy. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 35% of his positional peers, he showcases potential with a strong ability to generate shots and accurate deliveries. His durability stands out, having missed only five games in the past three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Shots, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Simone Bastoni
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsen Zakharyansimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 23 | €8.7m | 97 | 86 |
| 2 | Florian Neuhaussimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 29 | €2.7m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Imrân Louzasimilar↗ | Watford | 27 | €13m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 93 | 88 |
| 6 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Lovro Majersimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 28 | €8.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 92 | 86 |
| 9 | Lucas Da Cunhasimilar↗ | Como | 25 | €18m | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 92 | 87 |
| 11 | Bruno Zapellisimilar↗ | Athletico | 24 | €4.7m | 92 | 87 |
| 12 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Simone Bastoni
≈ 100% Simone Bastoni · strong: Accurate crosses, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Simone Bastoni · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Simone Bastoni · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Simone Bastoni?
Statistically, Arsen Zakharyan (Real Sociedad) is the closest look-alike to Simone Bastoni — a 86/100 profile match (97/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Simone Bastoni?
By Doppel's fit score, Arsen Zakharyan (Real Sociedad) is the closest profile to Simone Bastoni, with a 86/100 overall match. Florian Neuhaus and Samu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Simone Bastoni?
Yes. Ajdin Hrustić (Heracles Almelo) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Simone Bastoni?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Simone Bastoni'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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