Players like Damien Marcq
CM/CB/CDMRC Sporting Charleroi · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDamien Marcq's profile ↗
The players most similar to Damien Marcq are Yussif Saidu, Adam Obert, Olivier Aertssen. Doppel rates Yussif Saidu (Real Zaragoza) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Olivier Aertssen scores 82/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Damien Marcq is a reliable deep-lying playmaker who excels in ball distribution and defensive contributions. His impressive ability to deliver accurate long balls and his strong tackling and interception metrics highlight his effectiveness in controlling the midfield. Despite being in the bottom half of his positional peers overall, his durability is a significant asset, having missed just two games in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Tackles + interceptions, Successful dribbles. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Damien Marcq
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yussif Saidusimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 21 | €1.0m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Adam Obertsimilar↗ | Cagliari | 24 | €6.4m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Olivier Aertssensimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €600k | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Stije Resinksimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 23 | €7.6m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 87 | 82 |
| 10 | Ezechiel Banzuzisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 21 | €17m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Alexander Prasssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 25 | €8.7m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Damien Marcq
≈ 100% Damien Marcq · strong: Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Damien Marcq · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Damien Marcq · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Big chances created /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Damien Marcq?
Statistically, Yussif Saidu (Real Zaragoza) is the closest look-alike to Damien Marcq — a 81/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Damien Marcq?
By Doppel's fit score, Yussif Saidu (Real Zaragoza) is the closest profile to Damien Marcq, with a 81/100 overall match. Adam Obert and Olivier Aertssen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Damien Marcq?
Yes. Olivier Aertssen (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Damien Marcq?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Damien Marcq'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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