Players like Matthias Braunöder
CM/CDMBari · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatthias Braunöder's profile ↗
The players most similar to Matthias Braunöder are Santiago Castañeda, Stanko Jurić, Anuar. Doppel rates Santiago Castañeda (SC Paderborn 07) a 83/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Adam Carlén scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Matthias Braunöder is a robust defensive midfielder known for his strong defensive presence and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 24% of his positional peers, he excels in clearances and winning aerial duels, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposition play. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option in the midfield. However, his contributions in attack are limited, as evidenced by a lack of goal involvement.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Matthias Braunöder
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 96 | 83 |
| 2 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 94 | 80 |
| 3 | Anuarsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €700k | 94 | 79 |
| 4 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 93 | 80 |
| 5 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 26 | €400k | 93 | 80 |
| 6 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | IFK Norrköping | 26 | €400k | 93 | 80 |
| 7 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 92 | 80 |
| 8 | Joffrey Bultelsimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €400k | 92 | 79 |
| 9 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 92 | 81 |
| 10 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 92 | 80 |
| 11 | Lorenzo Ignacchitisimilar↗ | Reggiana | 22 | €1.6m | 92 | 81 |
| 12 | Alessandro Sersantisimilar↗ | Reggiana | 24 | €1.9m | 90 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Matthias Braunöder
≈ 100% Matthias Braunöder · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Matthias Braunöder · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Matthias Braunöder · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Matthias Braunöder?
By Doppel's fit score, Santiago Castañeda (SC Paderborn 07) is the closest profile to Matthias Braunöder, with a 83/100 overall match. Stanko Jurić and Anuar are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Matthias Braunöder?
Yes. Adam Carlén (IFK Göteborg) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Matthias Braunöder?
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