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 (Southampton) a 81/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, John Swift scores 81/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Olivier Ntcham showcases himself as a dynamic attacking midfielder, excelling in playmaking and long-range passing. His top-tier ability to deliver accurate long balls and create scoring opportunities is underscored by a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his peers, making him a valuable asset in the final third. While he may not shine in duels, his vision and shot frequency position him as a creative force, despite concerns about his injury history impacting availability.
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↗ | Southampton | 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 | Gonzalo Maronisimilar↗ | Tigre | 27 | €1.9m | 86 | 80 |
| 6 | Florian Neuhaussimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 29 | €2.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 7 | Hakon Arnar Haraldssonsimilar↗ | Lille | 23 | €26m | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 85 | 81 |
| 9 | Daan Heymanssimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 27 | €6.5m | 85 | 81 |
| 10 | Florian Sotocasimilar↗ | RC Lens | 36 | €1.3m | 84 | 82 |
| 11 | Sondre Auklendsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 23 | €2.8m | 84 | 80 |
| 12 | Andrej Kramarićsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 35 | €2.7m | 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 best replacement for Olivier Ntcham?
By Doppel's fit score, Carlos Alcaraz (Southampton) 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. John Swift (West Bromwich Albion) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €800k.
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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