Players like Yvan Neyou
CM/CDMGetafe · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitYvan Neyou's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yvan Neyou are Balthazar Pierret, Daniel Requena, Rabby Nzingoula. Doppel rates Balthazar Pierret (Nantes) a 80/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Daniel Requena scores 83/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Yvan Neyou is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and ability to dominate in the air, ranking in the top 8% among his peers. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 49%, he showcases reliable consistency and durability, missing only three games in the last three seasons. While his contribution in creating chances is limited, his strength in aerial duels makes him a key asset in breaking up opposition play and providing stability to the midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yvan Neyou
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balthazar Pierretsimilar↗ | Nantes | 26 | €1.5m | 92 | 80 |
| 2 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 21 | €2.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 26 | €1.0m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | Burnley | 23 | €2.8m | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 9 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €1.3m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 28 | €5.6m | 89 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yvan Neyou
≈ 100% Yvan Neyou · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Yvan Neyou · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Yvan Neyou · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Yvan Neyou?
Statistically, Balthazar Pierret (Nantes) is the closest look-alike to Yvan Neyou — a 80/100 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 Yvan Neyou?
By Doppel's fit score, Balthazar Pierret (Nantes) is the closest profile to Yvan Neyou, with a 80/100 overall match. Daniel Requena and Rabby Nzingoula are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yvan Neyou?
Yes. Daniel Requena (Levante UD) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yvan Neyou?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yvan Neyou's 2024/25 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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