Players like Boubacar Traoré
CM/CDMMetz · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitBoubacar Traoré's profile ↗
The players most similar to Boubacar Traoré are Rabby Nzingoula, Makaya Ibrahima Diaby, Noah Mbamba. Doppel rates Rabby Nzingoula (Montpellier) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Duccio Degli Innocenti scores 78/100 at about €1.3m. Data as of September 2026.
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Boubacar Traoré is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his exceptional tackling and interception skills, ranking in the top 9% of his peers. His ability to win duels and aerial battles further solidifies his role as a robust shield in midfield. However, his injury history has limited his availability, impacting his overall performance consistency. Despite these challenges, his defensive prowess makes him a crucial asset when fit.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Successful dribbles, Duels won. Availability: 40 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Boubacar Traoré
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.1m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 21 | €1.8m | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Lecco | 23 | €1.3m | 89 | 78 |
| 5 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 23 | €2.8m | 88 | 78 |
| 6 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 87 | 79 |
| 7 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 24 | €5.0m | 87 | 78 |
| 8 | Mauro Arambarrisimilar↗ | Getafe | 31 | €8.3m | 87 | 77 |
| 9 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Matías Vecinosimilar↗ | Lazio | 35 | €1.1m | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Boubacar Traoré
≈ 100% Boubacar Traoré · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Boubacar Traoré · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Boubacar Traoré · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Boubacar Traoré?
By Doppel's fit score, Rabby Nzingoula (Montpellier) is the closest profile to Boubacar Traoré, with a 81/100 overall match. Makaya Ibrahima Diaby and Noah Mbamba are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Boubacar Traoré?
Yes. Duccio Degli Innocenti (Lecco) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €1.3m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Boubacar Traoré?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Boubacar Traoré'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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