Players like Stefan Džodić
CM/CDMAlmería · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitStefan Džodić's profile ↗
The players most similar to Stefan Džodić are Peru Nolaskoain, Julian Niehues, Titouan Thomas. Doppel rates Peru Nolaskoain (Eibar) a 80/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Titouan Thomas scores 80/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Stefan Džodić is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and defensive reliability. With a standout ability to win aerial duels, ranking in the top 6% of his peers, he excels at breaking up opposition play and providing a physical presence in midfield. However, his creative output could improve, as evidenced by lower key pass metrics. Despite some injury concerns, his durability in the current season showcases his commitment and reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Clearances. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stefan Džodić
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peru Nolaskoainsimilar↗ | Eibar | 28 | €800k | 95 | 80 |
| 2 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 93 | 80 |
| 4 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Alberto del Moralsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 26 | €700k | 92 | 79 |
| 6 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 28 | €2.6m | 92 | 81 |
| 7 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 22 | €1.6m | 91 | 80 |
| 8 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 91 | 79 |
| 10 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | Burnley | 23 | €2.8m | 91 | 80 |
| 11 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 89 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stefan Džodić
≈ 100% Stefan Džodić · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Stefan Džodić · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Stefan Džodić · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Stefan Džodić?
Statistically, Peru Nolaskoain (Eibar) is the closest look-alike to Stefan Džodić — a 80/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Stefan Džodić?
By Doppel's fit score, Peru Nolaskoain (Eibar) is the closest profile to Stefan Džodić, with a 80/100 overall match. Julian Niehues and Titouan Thomas are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stefan Džodić?
Yes. Titouan Thomas (Stade Lavallois) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stefan Džodić?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stefan Džodić'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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