Players like Benjamin Bouchouari
CM/CDMSaint-Étienne · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBenjamin Bouchouari's profile ↗
The players most similar to Benjamin Bouchouari are Marc Domenech, Marino Illescas, Carles Aleñá. Doppel rates Marc Domenech (FC Andorra) a 81/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marino Illescas scores 80/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Benjamin Bouchouari is a dynamic ball-progressing midfielder, excelling in dribbling and precise final-third passing. Despite his overall quality ranking in the bottom 40% among his peers, he showcases impressive ball-carrying ability, making him effective in transitioning play. His reliability shines through with minimal missed games over the last three seasons, though he could improve defensively, particularly in aerial duels.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Benjamin Bouchouari
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marc Domenechsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €700k | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Marino Illescassimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 25 | €300k | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Carles Aleñásimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €2.8m | 86 | 80 |
| 4 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 86 | 80 |
| 5 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 85 | 80 |
| 6 | Florian Neuhaussimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 29 | €2.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 7 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 84 | 80 |
| 8 | Lucas Da Cunhasimilar↗ | Como | 25 | €18m | 84 | 80 |
| 9 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 84 | 80 |
| 10 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 83 | 81 |
| 11 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 83 | 80 |
| 12 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 83 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Benjamin Bouchouari
≈ 100% Benjamin Bouchouari · low reliability
≈ 100% Benjamin Bouchouari · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Benjamin Bouchouari · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Benjamin Bouchouari?
By Doppel's fit score, Marc Domenech (FC Andorra) is the closest profile to Benjamin Bouchouari, with a 81/100 overall match. Marino Illescas and Carles Aleñá are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Benjamin Bouchouari?
Yes. Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Benjamin Bouchouari?
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