Players like Flavien Tait
CM/CDMRodez AF · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitFlavien Tait's profile ↗
The players most similar to Flavien Tait are Marino Illescas, Joe Rothwell, Dani Parejo. Doppel rates Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) a 80/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marino Illescas scores 80/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Flavien Tait is a versatile central midfielder known for his strong aerial presence and ability to create opportunities, making him a valuable asset in both defensive and attacking phases. With a Sofascore rating placing him among the top 49% of his peers, he excels in winning aerial duels, showcasing his physicality, while also contributing key passes and winning possession in the attacking third. Despite a limited scoring record, his reliability and durability are evident, having missed only six games in the last three seasons.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Key passes, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Flavien Tait
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marino Illescassimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 25 | €300k | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Joe Rothwellsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 31 | €600k | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 4 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 5 | Kike Pérezsimilar↗ | Venezia | 29 | €2.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 6 | Kenneth Taylorsimilar↗ | Lazio | 24 | €26m | 84 | 79 |
| 7 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €6.5m | 84 | 79 |
| 8 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 84 | 80 |
| 9 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 83 | 82 |
| 10 | Gonzalo Maronisimilar↗ | Barracas Central | 27 | €1.9m | 83 | 80 |
| 11 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 83 | 80 |
| 12 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 83 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Flavien Tait
≈ 100% Flavien Tait · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Flavien Tait · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Flavien Tait · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Flavien Tait?
Statistically, Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) is the closest look-alike to Flavien Tait — 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 Flavien Tait?
By Doppel's fit score, Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) is the closest profile to Flavien Tait, with a 80/100 overall match. Joe Rothwell and Dani Parejo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Flavien Tait?
Yes. Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Flavien Tait?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Flavien Tait's 2023/24 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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