Players like Gaius Makouta
CM/CDMAlanyaspor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGaius Makouta's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gaius Makouta are Thiago Ojeda, Simon Sohm, Ryad Hachem. Doppel rates Thiago Ojeda (Cultural Leonesa) a 81/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thiago Ojeda scores 81/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Gaius Makouta is a durable, defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess, excelling in duels with a top 19% ranking among his positional peers. Despite a Sofascore rating that places him in the bottom 20%, his reliability and consistency on the pitch shine through with zero games missed in the last three seasons. While he may struggle in possession recovery and clearances, his ability to dominate the air makes him a valuable asset in midfield battles.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gaius Makouta
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Simon Sohmsimilar↗ | Venezia | 25 | €7.8m | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Ryad Hachemsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 28 | €900k | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €1.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 20 | €700k | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 26 | €1.0m | 89 | 79 |
| 7 | Théo Chennahisimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 8 | Thomas Claessimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 22 | €1.5m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Martin Palumbosimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 24 | €1.6m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 87 | 79 |
| 12 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gaius Makouta
≈ 100% Gaius Makouta · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Gaius Makouta · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Gaius Makouta · strong: Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gaius Makouta?
Statistically, Thiago Ojeda (Cultural Leonesa) is the closest look-alike to Gaius Makouta — a 81/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Gaius Makouta?
By Doppel's fit score, Thiago Ojeda (Cultural Leonesa) is the closest profile to Gaius Makouta, with a 81/100 overall match. Simon Sohm and Ryad Hachem are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gaius Makouta?
Yes. Thiago Ojeda (Cultural Leonesa) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gaius Makouta?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gaius Makouta'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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