Players like Maxime Bernauer
CBSaint-Étienne · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMaxime Bernauer's profile ↗
The players most similar to Maxime Bernauer are Matheus Reis, Eli Dasa, Luca Sirch. Doppel rates Matheus Reis (Sporting CP) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Eli Dasa scores 82/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Maxime Bernauer is a ball-playing centre-back, excelling in possession and playmaking from the back. His impressive metrics in winning possession in the attacking third and creating key chances highlight his ability to initiate attacks, making him a valuable asset in transition. While he may struggle in aerial duels and clearances, his reliability with just 18 games missed over three seasons showcases his durability. Overall, he remains a solid option for teams seeking a defender who can contribute to offensive play.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Key passes, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 18 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Maxime Bernauer
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matheus Reissimilar↗ | Sporting CP | 31 | €2.7m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Eli Dasasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 34 | €700k | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Luca Sirchsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 27 | €2.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 4 | Lucas Esquivelsimilar↗ | Athletico | 25 | €7.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Josip Stanišićsimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 26 | €39m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Joedrick Pupesimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 29 | €1.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Pierre Kalulusimilar↗ | Juventus | 26 | €31m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Amir Murillosimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 30 | €6.6m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Dávid Hanckosimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 29 | €36m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Lutsharel Geertruidasimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 26 | €22m | 88 | 85 |
| 11 | Jure Balkovecsimilar↗ | Fatih Karagümrük | 32 | €600k | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 88 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Maxime Bernauer
≈ 100% Maxime Bernauer · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Maxime Bernauer · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Maxime Bernauer · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Maxime Bernauer?
Statistically, Matheus Reis (Sporting CP) is the closest look-alike to Maxime Bernauer — a 84/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Maxime Bernauer?
By Doppel's fit score, Matheus Reis (Sporting CP) is the closest profile to Maxime Bernauer, with a 84/100 overall match. Eli Dasa and Luca Sirch are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Maxime Bernauer?
Yes. Eli Dasa (NEC Nijmegen) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Maxime Bernauer?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Maxime Bernauer'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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