Players like Manuel Osifo
CMOud-Heverlee Leuven · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitManuel Osifo's profile ↗
Manuel Osifo is a central midfielder for Oud-Heverlee Leuven in the Belgian Pro League, having made 23 appearances in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Osifo include Anuar from AD Ceuta, who received a fit score of 77/100, and Pascal Klemens of Hertha BSC, with a fit score of 80/100. Both players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them potential alternatives for teams seeking midfield options.
About Manuel Osifo
Manuel Osifo is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition attacks and winning aerial duels, as reflected in his elite clearances and aerial duels won percentages. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 9% of his peers, his durability is a significant asset, having missed only five games over the past three seasons. While his offensive contributions are limited, his defensive prowess makes him a reliable anchor in midfield.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Manuel Osifo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anuarsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €700k | 92 | 77 |
| 2 | Pascal Klemenssimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 21 | €2.1m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 29 | €600k | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Maxence Carliersimilar↗ | Nancy | 29 | €500k | 90 | 78 |
| 5 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 90 | 78 |
| 6 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 90 | 77 |
| 7 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 89 | 78 |
| 9 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 88 | 77 |
| 10 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 88 | 77 |
| 11 | Jesús Álvarezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €900k | 88 | 77 |
| 12 | Joseph N'Duquidisimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 22 | €400k | 88 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manuel Osifo
≈ 100% Manuel Osifo · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Manuel Osifo · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Manuel Osifo · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Manuel Osifo?
By Doppel's fit score, Anuar (AD Ceuta) is the closest profile to Manuel Osifo, with a 77/100 overall match. Pascal Klemens and Sergio González are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Manuel Osifo?
Yes. Maxence Carlier (Nancy) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Manuel Osifo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Manuel Osifo's 2024/25 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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