Players like Brandon Baiye
CDM/CMKAS Eupen · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitBrandon Baiye's profile ↗
Brandon Baiye is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for KAS Eupen in the Belgian Pro League, with 34 appearances in the 2023/24 season. Players similar to Baiye include José Gragera from Espanyol, who has a fit score of 80/100, and Tom Ducrocq from Bastia, also with a fit score of 80/100. Additionally, Jocelyn Janneh, also from Bastia, offers a strong comparison with a fit score of 82/100.
About Brandon Baiye
Brandon Baiye is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his exceptional tackling and interception skills, ranking in the top 5% among his positional peers. While his offensive contributions are limited, his durability is a standout feature, having missed no games in the last three seasons. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 32%, his defensive prowess makes him a reliable presence in the midfield, providing crucial support to his team.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Brandon Baiye
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 26 | €1.3m | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Sergio Álvarezsimilar↗ | Eibar | 34 | €400k | 91 | 77 |
| 3 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 91 | 78 |
| 6 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | Caen | 22 | €4.1m | 90 | 78 |
| 9 | Miguel Atienzasimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 27 | €1.0m | 90 | 77 |
| 10 | Lorenzo Amatuccisimilar↗ | Las Palmas | 22 | €8.2m | 89 | 78 |
| 11 | Benjamin Laturnussimilar↗ | Örgryte IS | 23 | €300k | 89 | 77 |
| 12 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 88 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Brandon Baiye
≈ 100% Brandon Baiye · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Brandon Baiye · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Brandon Baiye · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Brandon Baiye?
By Doppel's fit score, José Gragera (Espanyol) is the closest profile to Brandon Baiye, with a 80/100 overall match. Sergio Álvarez and Tom Ducrocq are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Brandon Baiye?
Yes. Sergio Álvarez (Eibar) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Brandon Baiye?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Brandon Baiye's 2023/24 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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