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 (FC Augsburg) 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 October 2026.
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Melvin Bard is a dynamic left-back with a strong attacking presence, excelling in possession and dribbling. His impressive defensive stats, particularly in tackles and interceptions, showcase his ability to disrupt opposition play, making him a valuable asset on both ends of the pitch. With a top 22% Sofascore rating among his peers and a reliable fitness record, Bard is a robust performer who combines flair with defensive solidity, though his aerial ability could use improvement.
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↗ | FC Augsburg | 21 | €5.2m | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Ryan Sessegnonsimilar↗ | Fulham | 26 | €21m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Hugo Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 24 | €13m | 94 | 87 |
| 4 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 29 | €800k | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Jordan Zemurasimilar↗ | Udinese | 27 | €4.5m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 23 | €900k | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Felix Agusimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 27 | €4.7m | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 29 | €3.7m | 92 | 87 |
| 9 | Nazinhosimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 23 | €6.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 10 | Cuiabanosimilar↗ | Vasco da Gama | 23 | €10m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 20 | €11m | 92 | 87 |
| 12 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Millwall | 27 | €5.2m | 92 | 86 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Melvin Bard?
Statistically, Hennes Behrens (FC Augsburg) is the closest look-alike to Melvin Bard — a 86/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Melvin Bard?
By Doppel's fit score, Hennes Behrens (FC Augsburg) 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 (FC Schalke 04) 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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