Players like Nicolas Janvier
CM/CDM/CAMAlanyaspor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolas Janvier's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nicolas Janvier are Kartal Kayra Yılmaz, Mika Baur, Rémi Oudin. Doppel rates Kartal Kayra Yılmaz (Kayserispor) a 83/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Görkem Sağlam scores 84/100 at about €800k. Data as of July 2026.
About Nicolas Janvier
Nicolas Janvier is a possession-based central midfielder who excels in dictating play from deep and transitioning the ball into attacking areas. With a Sofascore rating in the top 28% of his peers, he stands out for his ability to win possession in the attacking third and deliver accurate long balls and crosses, making him a reliable playmaker. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only four games in three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicolas Janvier
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Mika Baursimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €4.7m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 30 | €900k | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Will Smallbonesimilar↗ | Southampton | 26 | €3.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Giacomo Calòsimilar↗ | Frosinone | 29 | €2.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Orkun Kökçüsimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €24m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €200k | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Patrick Pflückesimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 30 | €2.0m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolas Janvier
≈ 100% Nicolas Janvier · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Nicolas Janvier · strong: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Nicolas Janvier · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nicolas Janvier?
By Doppel's fit score, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz (Kayserispor) is the closest profile to Nicolas Janvier, with a 83/100 overall match. Mika Baur and Rémi Oudin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicolas Janvier?
Yes. Görkem Sağlam (Hatayspor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicolas Janvier?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicolas Janvier'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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