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 August 2026.
About Simone Bastoni
Simone Bastoni is a dynamic central midfielder whose strengths lie in his attacking contributions and precise crossing ability. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 43% of his positional peers, he showcases a knack for scoring and creating chances, evidenced by his impressive metrics in non-penalty goals and shots per 90 minutes. His durability is commendable, having missed only five games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable asset in the midfield despite some challenges in duels and long balls.
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↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Imrân Louzasimilar↗ | Watford | 27 | €13m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 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 · data: Sofascore, 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 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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