Players like Francis Coquelin
CMNantes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFrancis Coquelin's profile ↗
The players most similar to Francis Coquelin are Daniel Requena, Yann Bodiger, Iddrisu Baba. Doppel rates Daniel Requena (Córdoba) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yann Bodiger scores 77/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Francis Coquelin is a tenacious defensive midfielder, showcasing elite tackling and interception abilities that place him in the top 10% among his peers. While his Sofascore rating suggests he’s currently below the elite level, his prowess in winning possession in advanced areas and making crucial clearances highlights his value in breaking up opposition play. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, having missed significant time over the past few seasons.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third, Clearances. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Francis Coquelin
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 91 | 77 |
| 3 | Iddrisu Babasimilar↗ | Almería | 30 | €900k | 90 | 77 |
| 4 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Lecco | 23 | €1.3m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 76 |
| 7 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 88 | 78 |
| 8 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 88 | 77 |
| 9 | Yassin Oukilisimilar↗ | RKC Waalwijk | 25 | €700k | 88 | 76 |
| 10 | Balthazar Pierretsimilar↗ | Quevilly - Rouen Métropole | 26 | €1.5m | 87 | 77 |
| 11 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.1m | 87 | 77 |
| 12 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 21 | €1.8m | 87 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Francis Coquelin
≈ 100% Francis Coquelin · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Francis Coquelin · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Francis Coquelin · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Francis Coquelin?
By Doppel's fit score, Daniel Requena (Córdoba) is the closest profile to Francis Coquelin, with a 83/100 overall match. Yann Bodiger and Iddrisu Baba are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Francis Coquelin?
Yes. Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Francis Coquelin?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Francis Coquelin'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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