Players like Darko Nejašmić
CM/CDMNEC Nijmegen · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDarko Nejašmić's profile ↗
Darko Nejašmić is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for NEC Nijmegen in the Eredivisie, with 29 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 4 goals and 1 assist. Players similar to Nejašmić include Enric Llansana and Melle Meulensteen, both from Go Ahead Eagles, with fit scores of 83/100 and 81/100, respectively. Other comparable players are Pape Gueye from Villarreal and Yangel Herrera from Girona FC, both fitting well into a similar role.
About Darko Nejašmić
Darko Nejašmić is a dynamic defensive midfielder with a robust playing style, excelling in aerial duels and defensive clearances. His exceptional Sofascore rating places him in the top 5% of his positional peers, showcasing his overall quality and reliability on the pitch. With a keen eye for goal, he also contributes offensively, highlighted by his finishing ability. Notably durable, he has only missed two games in the past three seasons, making him a dependable asset for NEC Nijmegen.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Sofascore rating. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Darko Nejašmić
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 93 | 81 |
| 4 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Girona FC | 28 | €5.6m | 93 | 81 |
| 5 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 33 | €3.6m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Darko Nejašmić
≈ 100% Darko Nejašmić · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Darko Nejašmić · strong: Shots, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate long balls /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Darko Nejašmić · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Darko Nejašmić?
By Doppel's fit score, Enric Llansana (Go Ahead Eagles) is the closest profile to Darko Nejašmić, with a 83/100 overall match. Pape Gueye and Melle Meulensteen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Darko Nejašmić?
Yes. Enric Llansana (Go Ahead Eagles) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €2.1m.
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