Players like Derek Mazou-Sacko
CM/CDMRodez AF · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDerek Mazou-Sacko's profile ↗
The players most similar to Derek Mazou-Sacko are Philip Brittijn, Yann Bodiger, Moussa Diakité. Doppel rates Philip Brittijn (Fortuna Sittard) a 78/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yann Bodiger scores 78/100 at about €500k. Data as of July 2026.
About Derek Mazou-Sacko
Derek Mazou-Sacko is a hardworking defensive midfielder who excels in disrupting opposition play with his strong tackling and interception ability. His finishing stands out, demonstrating a knack for scoring from midfield, although his playmaking metrics suggest he may not be a primary creator. With an impressive durability record, having missed no games over the past three seasons, he is a reliable presence in the engine room, though he remains in the lower percentile compared to his peers overall.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Derek Mazou-Sacko
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philip Brittijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 22 | €1.5m | 94 | 78 |
| 2 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 93 | 78 |
| 3 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | Caen | 22 | €4.1m | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Eric Martelsimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 24 | €8.2m | 92 | 78 |
| 6 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 7 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 8 | Everson Juniorsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 23 | €1.1m | 91 | 79 |
| 9 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 91 | 79 |
| 10 | José Gragerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 26 | €1.3m | 91 | 79 |
| 11 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 12 | Kevin Ackermannsimilar↗ | IF Brommapojkarna | 25 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Derek Mazou-Sacko
≈ 100% Derek Mazou-Sacko · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Derek Mazou-Sacko · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Derek Mazou-Sacko · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Derek Mazou-Sacko?
By Doppel's fit score, Philip Brittijn (Fortuna Sittard) is the closest profile to Derek Mazou-Sacko, with a 78/100 overall match. Yann Bodiger and Moussa Diakité are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Derek Mazou-Sacko?
Yes. Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Derek Mazou-Sacko?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Derek Mazou-Sacko'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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