Players like Cyril Mandouki
CM/CDMStade Lavallois · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCyril Mandouki's profile ↗
The players most similar to Cyril Mandouki are Lander Olaetxea, Kevin Ackermann, Santiago Castañeda. Doppel rates Lander Olaetxea (Sporting Gijón) a 80/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Lander Olaetxea scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of July 2026.
About Cyril Mandouki
Cyril Mandouki is a reliable deep-lying playmaker, expertly orchestrating the midfield with his precise long balls, ranking in the top 22% among his peers. At 35, he remains a durable asset, missing only five games in three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While he may not contribute significantly in terms of goals or defensive actions, his ability to maintain possession and facilitate play makes him a valuable presence in the heart of the squad.
Strengths: Accurate long balls. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Cyril Mandouki
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lander Olaetxeasimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 33 | €400k | 95 | 80 |
| 2 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 94 | 81 |
| 3 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 93 | 82 |
| 4 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 93 | 81 |
| 5 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | IFK Norrköping | 26 | €400k | 93 | 80 |
| 6 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 93 | 81 |
| 7 | Miguel Atienzasimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 27 | €1.0m | 93 | 79 |
| 8 | Jean Hugonetsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 27 | €1.2m | 92 | 79 |
| 9 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 29 | €600k | 92 | 80 |
| 10 | Jesús Álvarezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €900k | 92 | 80 |
| 11 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 92 | 79 |
| 12 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 92 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Cyril Mandouki
≈ 100% Cyril Mandouki · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Cyril Mandouki · medium reliability
≈ 100% Cyril Mandouki · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Cyril Mandouki?
By Doppel's fit score, Lander Olaetxea (Sporting Gijón) is the closest profile to Cyril Mandouki, with a 80/100 overall match. Kevin Ackermann and Santiago Castañeda are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Cyril Mandouki?
Yes. Lander Olaetxea (Sporting Gijón) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Cyril Mandouki?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Cyril Mandouki'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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