Who should replace Samy Benchama?
CM/CDMRodez AF · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamy Benchama's profile ↗
Samy Benchama is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Rodez AF in Ligue 2. For those seeking the best replacement for Benchama, Danijel Aleksić from Konyaspor offers a strong tactical fit with a score of 84/100, while Johan Johanessen Bakke from Rosenborg BK also presents a solid option at 81/100. Both players could effectively fulfil similar roles in midfield.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johan Johanessen Bakkesimilar↗ | Rosenborg BK | 22 | €500k | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Alwande Roaldsoysimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 22 | €800k | 92 | 78 |
| 3 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Manga Foe Ondoasimilar↗ | Monza | 21 | €700k | 91 | 78 |
| 5 | Eric Ramiressimilar↗ | Red Bull Bragantino | 26 | €3.6m | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Jacopo Segresimilar↗ | Palermo | 29 | €2.4m | 91 | 78 |
| 7 | Matteo Cichellasimilar↗ | Frosinone | 21 | €4.6m | 91 | 78 |
| 8 | Lewis Bakersimilar↗ | Stoke City | 31 | €1.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Petter Strandsimilar↗ | Vålerenga IF | 32 | €400k | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Jesper Isaksensimilar↗ | Kristiansund BK | 27 | €400k | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Markus Karlsbakksimilar↗ | Lillestrøm SK | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Jürgen Ekkelenkampsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €10m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samy Benchama
≈ 100% Samy Benchama · medium reliability
≈ 100% Samy Benchama · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Samy Benchama · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Samy Benchama?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Johan Johanessen Bakke (Rosenborg BK) does the closest job to Samy Benchama, at 94/100 on profile. Alwande Roaldsoy and Danijel Aleksić follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Samy Benchama?
Yes — Danijel Aleksić (Konyaspor) plays a similar central midfielder role at roughly €200k, a 84/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Samy Benchama?
Doppel learns Samy Benchama's role profile from his 2025/26 season and ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they do the same job, adjusted for league strength.
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