Players like Mamadou Diagne
CM/CDMVästerås SK · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMamadou Diagne's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mamadou Diagne are Santiago Castañeda, Stanko Jurić, Abdellah Baallal. Doppel rates Santiago Castañeda (SC Paderborn 07) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Abdellah Baallal scores 81/100 at about €100k. Data as of September 2026.
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Mamadou Diagne is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and showcasing reliable presence in the heart of the midfield. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 21% of his peers, his ability to win headers and disrupt opposition play stands out, making him a key asset in both defensive stability and ball recovery. His durability is impressive, as he has missed no games in the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mamadou Diagne
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Giovanni Haagsimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 26 | €1.9m | 91 | 78 |
| 5 | Matias Siltanensimilar↗ | Djurgårdens IF | 19 | €10m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Ryad Hachemsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 28 | €900k | 90 | 79 |
| 7 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €800k | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 90 | 79 |
| 9 | Isma Ruizsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €1.5m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €700k | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Josh Laurentsimilar↗ | Burnley | 31 | €1.5m | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mamadou Diagne
≈ 100% Mamadou Diagne · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Mamadou Diagne · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Mamadou Diagne · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mamadou Diagne?
By Doppel's fit score, Santiago Castañeda (SC Paderborn 07) is the closest profile to Mamadou Diagne, with a 81/100 overall match. Stanko Jurić and Abdellah Baallal are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mamadou Diagne?
Yes. Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mamadou Diagne?
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