Players like Yael Mouanga
CBMontpellier · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYael Mouanga's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yael Mouanga are Mertcan Ayhan, Neville Nwankwo, Yoan Koré. Doppel rates Mertcan Ayhan (FC Schalke 04) a 81/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Josue Escartin scores 80/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Yael Mouanga is an aggressive front-foot centre-back, showcasing impressive ball-winning abilities in the attacking third, ranking in the top 18% of his peers. While his overall performance places him in the bottom 24% of his position, his strong dribbling skills highlight his potential to contribute in possession. With only 13 games missed over the last three seasons, he demonstrates reliability and durability, making him a promising prospect for the future.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yael Mouanga
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mertcan Ayhansimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 20 | €8.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Neville Nwankwosimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 24 | €800k | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Yoan Korésimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 22 | €600k | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Lukas Willensimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 23 | €600k | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Zak Sturgesimilar↗ | Millwall | 22 | €3.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Kelvin Amiansimilar↗ | Nantes | 28 | €2.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Nicolas Cozzasimilar↗ | Nantes | 27 | €2.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Deveron Fonvillesimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €1.5m | 87 | 83 |
| 10 | Leon Robinsonsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €900k | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Rhys Norrington-Daviessimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 27 | €2.3m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Abubacarr Kintehsimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 20 | €6.5m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yael Mouanga
≈ 100% Yael Mouanga · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Yael Mouanga · medium reliability
≈ 100% Yael Mouanga · strong: Possession won in att. third, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Yael Mouanga?
Statistically, Mertcan Ayhan (FC Schalke 04) is the closest look-alike to Yael Mouanga — a 81/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Yael Mouanga?
By Doppel's fit score, Mertcan Ayhan (FC Schalke 04) is the closest profile to Yael Mouanga, with a 81/100 overall match. Neville Nwankwo and Yoan Koré are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yael Mouanga?
Yes. Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yael Mouanga?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yael Mouanga's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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