Players like Olivier Ntcham
CM/CAM/CDMSamsunspor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitOlivier Ntcham's profile ↗
The players most similar to Olivier Ntcham are Carlos Alcaraz, Nuno Santos, Ryan Merlen. Doppel rates Carlos Alcaraz (Everton) a 81/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Shiloh 't Zand scores 80/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Olivier Ntcham is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his vision and playmaking ability, excelling in delivering accurate long balls and final-third passes. With a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his peers, he demonstrates consistent quality on the pitch, contributing with 6 goals and 2 assists this season. While he has faced some injury setbacks, his ability to create chances and take shots makes him a valuable asset in the midfield.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Shots, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 23 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Olivier Ntcham
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlos Alcarazsimilar↗ | Everton | 24 | €15m | 88 | 81 |
| 2 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 87 | 83 |
| 3 | Ryan Merlensimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | €1.0m | 87 | 82 |
| 4 | Riley McGreesimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 28 | €3.6m | 87 | 80 |
| 5 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 86 | 80 |
| 6 | Gonzalo Maronisimilar↗ | Barracas Central | 27 | €1.9m | 86 | 80 |
| 7 | Florian Neuhaussimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 29 | €2.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Hakon Arnar Haraldssonsimilar↗ | Lille | 23 | €26m | 85 | 81 |
| 9 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 31 | €800k | 85 | 81 |
| 10 | Daan Heymanssimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 27 | €6.5m | 85 | 81 |
| 11 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 84 | 82 |
| 12 | Sondre Auklendsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 23 | €2.8m | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Olivier Ntcham
≈ 100% Olivier Ntcham · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Olivier Ntcham · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Olivier Ntcham · strong: Accurate long balls, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Olivier Ntcham?
Statistically, Carlos Alcaraz (Everton) is the closest look-alike to Olivier Ntcham — a 81/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Olivier Ntcham?
By Doppel's fit score, Carlos Alcaraz (Everton) is the closest profile to Olivier Ntcham, with a 81/100 overall match. Nuno Santos and Ryan Merlen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Olivier Ntcham?
Yes. Shiloh 't Zand (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Olivier Ntcham?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Olivier Ntcham'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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