Players like Laurent Abergel
CM/CDMLorient · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLaurent Abergel's profile ↗
The players most similar to Laurent Abergel are Ethan Galbraith, Enric Llansana, Darko Nejašmić. Doppel rates Ethan Galbraith (Swansea City) a 78/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Abdellah Baallal scores 78/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Laurent Abergel is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his aggressive tackling and interception skills, positioning him in the top 3% of his peers. With an impressive Sofascore rating placing him in the top 24%, he combines defensive prowess with effective ball progression, showcased by his top 5% ranking in successful dribbles. Despite limited aerial dominance, his reliability is underscored by missing only 10 games in the last three seasons, making him a durable asset in midfield.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Successful dribbles, Touches. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Laurent Abergel
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ethan Galbraithsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 25 | €2.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 2 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 88 | 78 |
| 4 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 87 | 78 |
| 5 | Iyad Mohamedsimilar↗ | Casa Pia | 25 | €400k | 87 | 78 |
| 6 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 86 | 79 |
| 7 | Aleksandar Stankovićsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 21 | €31m | 86 | 78 |
| 8 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 86 | 78 |
| 9 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 32 | €900k | 86 | 78 |
| 11 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 85 | 78 |
| 12 | Mika Baursimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €4.7m | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Laurent Abergel
≈ 100% Laurent Abergel · strong: Accurate long balls, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Laurent Abergel · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Laurent Abergel · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Laurent Abergel?
Statistically, Ethan Galbraith (Swansea City) is the closest look-alike to Laurent Abergel — a 78/100 profile match (89/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Laurent Abergel?
By Doppel's fit score, Ethan Galbraith (Swansea City) is the closest profile to Laurent Abergel, with a 78/100 overall match. Enric Llansana and Darko Nejašmić are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Laurent Abergel?
Yes. Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Laurent Abergel?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Laurent Abergel'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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