Players like Nordin Bukala
CM/CDMFC Volendam · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNordin Bukala's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nordin Bukala are Allan Ackra, Noe Lebreton, Noah Mbamba. Doppel rates Allan Ackra (Clermont Foot) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Allan Ackra scores 81/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Nordin Bukala is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in tackles and interceptions, ranking in the top 8% of his peers. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 19%, his durability stands out with only four games missed in three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While his offensive contributions are limited, his primary role as a disruptor makes him a valuable asset in breaking up opposition play.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nordin Bukala
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | Caen | 22 | €4.1m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 21 | €1.8m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Mario Martínsimilar↗ | Getafe | 22 | €11m | 91 | 78 |
| 5 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.1m | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Lawrence Agyekumsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €1.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 87 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nordin Bukala
≈ 100% Nordin Bukala · medium reliability
≈ 100% Nordin Bukala · low reliability
≈ 100% Nordin Bukala · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nordin Bukala?
By Doppel's fit score, Allan Ackra (Clermont Foot) is the closest profile to Nordin Bukala, with a 81/100 overall match. Noe Lebreton and Noah Mbamba are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nordin Bukala?
Yes. Allan Ackra (Clermont Foot) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nordin Bukala?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nordin Bukala'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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