Players like Melvin Bard
LB/LM/CBNice · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMelvin Bard's profile ↗
The players most similar to Melvin Bard are Hennes Behrens, Ryan Sessegnon, Hugo Bueno. Doppel rates Hennes Behrens (1. FC Heidenheim) a 86/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Finn Porath scores 86/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Melvin Bard is an aggressive, high-energy left-back known for his ability to win possession in the attacking third and his successful dribbles, ranking in the top 4% among his peers. While his overall Sofascore rating places him in the bottom half of positional players, his defensive work rate is impressive, with top 6% metrics in tackles and interceptions. With just 15 games missed over the past three seasons, he showcases durability and reliability, making him a valuable asset on the flank.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Melvin Bard
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hennes Behrenssimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €5.2m | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Ryan Sessegnonsimilar↗ | Fulham | 26 | €21m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Hugo Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 24 | €13m | 94 | 87 |
| 4 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 29 | €800k | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Jordan Zemurasimilar↗ | Udinese | 27 | €4.5m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Mads Pedersensimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 30 | €900k | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €900k | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Felix Agusimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 27 | €4.7m | 93 | 86 |
| 9 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 29 | €3.7m | 92 | 87 |
| 10 | Nazinhosimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 11 | Cuiabanosimilar↗ | Botafogo | 23 | €10m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 20 | €11m | 92 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Melvin Bard
≈ 100% Melvin Bard · strong: Big chances created, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Melvin Bard · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Melvin Bard · strong: Accurate crosses, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Melvin Bard?
By Doppel's fit score, Hennes Behrens (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest profile to Melvin Bard, with a 86/100 overall match. Ryan Sessegnon and Hugo Bueno are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Melvin Bard?
Yes. Finn Porath (Holstein Kiel) plays a similar left back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Melvin Bard?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Melvin Bard's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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