Players like Flavien Tait
CM/CDMSamsunspor · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitFlavien Tait's profile ↗
Flavien Tait is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Samsunspor in the Turkish Super Lig, with 28 appearances and 2 assists in the 2023/24 season. Players similar to Tait include Marino Illescas from AD Ceuta, Joe Rothwell from Leeds United, and Dani Parejo from Villarreal, all fitting well in comparable roles with fit scores of 80/100. These players exhibit similar playing styles and statistical profiles to Tait.
About Flavien Tait
Flavien Tait is a seasoned playmaker with a focus on aerial prowess and creativity from deep. While he ranks in the lower half of his peers overall, his ability to win aerial duels and deliver key passes highlights his value in midfield. Tait's durability is a plus, having missed only a handful of games in recent seasons, showcasing his reliability. However, his defensive contributions could be more impactful, limiting his effectiveness in breaking up opposition play.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Key passes. 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↗ | Leeds 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 | 80 |
| 6 | Kenneth Taylorsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €26m | 84 | 79 |
| 7 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.5m | 84 | 79 |
| 8 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 84 | 80 |
| 9 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 83 | 82 |
| 10 | Gonzalo Maronisimilar↗ | Tigre | 27 | €1.9m | 83 | 80 |
| 11 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 83 | 81 |
| 12 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 82 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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 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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