Players like Max Bird
CM/CDM/CAMBristol City · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitMax Bird's profile ↗
The players most similar to Max Bird are Kartal Kayra Yılmaz, Haris Hajradinović, Franco Cristaldo. Doppel rates Kartal Kayra Yılmaz (Beşiktaş JK) a 83/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Görkem Sağlam scores 84/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Max Bird is a poised deep-lying playmaker, excelling in orchestrating the midfield with precision. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his positional peers, he showcases outstanding accuracy in crosses and key passes, making him a vital link in attacking transitions. Despite a history of injuries, his durability this season, featuring in 46 games, highlights his resilience and reliability in crucial moments. His ability to penetrate the final third with incisive passes sets him apart as a key asset for Bristol City.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses, Key passes. Availability: 46 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Max Bird
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Haris Hajradinovićsimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €1.3m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Franco Cristaldosimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 30 | €3.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Farès Chaïbisimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Sebastian Szymańskisimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 27 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Hong Hyun-seoksimilar↗ | FC Midtjylland | 27 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Will Smallbonesimilar↗ | Millwall | 26 | €3.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Jens Toornstrasimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 37 | €200k | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Max Bird
≈ 100% Max Bird · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Max Bird · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Max Bird · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Max Bird?
Statistically, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz (Beşiktaş JK) is the closest look-alike to Max Bird — a 83/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Max Bird?
By Doppel's fit score, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz (Beşiktaş JK) is the closest profile to Max Bird, with a 83/100 overall match. Haris Hajradinović and Franco Cristaldo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Max Bird?
Yes. Görkem Sağlam (Kayserispor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Max Bird?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Max Bird'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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