Players like Eliaquim Mangala
CBEstoril Praia · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitEliaquim Mangala's profile ↗
The players most similar to Eliaquim Mangala are Isaac Cossier, Pablo Tomeo, Sinaly Diomandé. Doppel rates Isaac Cossier (Le Mans) a 80/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Wes Harding scores 82/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Eliaquim Mangala is a positional ball-playing centre-back, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively with non-penalty goals while maintaining solid defensive metrics through tackles and interceptions. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 14%, his experience and durability stand out, having missed only 15 games in the last three seasons. While he may struggle with duels and final-third accuracy, his strengths in key defensive actions and goal-scoring potential make him a seasoned presence at the back.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Eliaquim Mangala
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isaac Cossiersimilar↗ | Le Mans | 20 | €2.7m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Pablo Tomeosimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 26 | €1.5m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Sinaly Diomandésimilar↗ | Auxerre | 25 | €6.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Wes Hardingsimilar↗ | Millwall | 30 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Nobel Mendysimilar↗ | Hull City | 22 | €7.7m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 27 | €3.3m | 86 | 82 |
| 7 | Jon Martinsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 20 | €24m | 86 | 79 |
| 8 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 86 | 79 |
| 10 | David Zecsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 26 | €2.3m | 85 | 83 |
| 11 | Filippo Terraccianosimilar↗ | Cremonese | 23 | €4.6m | 85 | 79 |
| 12 | Carlo Faedosimilar↗ | Padova | 27 | €700k | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Eliaquim Mangala
≈ 100% Eliaquim Mangala · medium reliability
≈ 100% Eliaquim Mangala · strong: Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Eliaquim Mangala · strong: Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Eliaquim Mangala?
Statistically, Isaac Cossier (Le Mans) is the closest look-alike to Eliaquim Mangala — a 80/100 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 Eliaquim Mangala?
By Doppel's fit score, Isaac Cossier (Le Mans) is the closest profile to Eliaquim Mangala, with a 80/100 overall match. Pablo Tomeo and Sinaly Diomandé are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Eliaquim Mangala?
Yes. Wes Harding (Millwall) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Eliaquim Mangala?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Eliaquim Mangala's 2023/24 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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