Players like Ibrahim Sangaré
CM/CDMNottingham Forest · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIbrahim Sangaré's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ibrahim Sangaré are Darko Nejašmić, Samú Costa, Enric Llansana. Doppel rates Darko Nejašmić (NEC Nijmegen) a 82/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Enric Llansana scores 82/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Ibrahim Sangaré is a robust defensive midfielder known for his exceptional tackling and interception abilities, ranking in the top 6% among his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 34%, he showcases solid overall quality, contributing defensively while also surprising with his finishing prowess. Though his injury history has seen him miss significant time, when fit, he is a reliable presence in midfield who can impact both ends of the pitch.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Clearances, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ibrahim Sangaré
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 95 | 82 |
| 2 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 93 | 82 |
| 4 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 28 | €5.6m | 93 | 81 |
| 5 | Andrey Santossimilar↗ | Manchester United | 22 | €39m | 93 | 81 |
| 6 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 92 | 81 |
| 7 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 92 | 80 |
| 8 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 92 | 81 |
| 9 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 10 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | No team | 35 | €1.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ibrahim Sangaré
≈ 100% Ibrahim Sangaré · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Ibrahim Sangaré · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Ibrahim Sangaré · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ibrahim Sangaré?
Statistically, Darko Nejašmić (NEC Nijmegen) is the closest look-alike to Ibrahim Sangaré — a 82/100 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 Ibrahim Sangaré?
By Doppel's fit score, Darko Nejašmić (NEC Nijmegen) is the closest profile to Ibrahim Sangaré, with a 82/100 overall match. Samú Costa and Enric Llansana are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ibrahim Sangaré?
Yes. Enric Llansana (RSC Anderlecht) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ibrahim Sangaré?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ibrahim Sangaré'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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