Players like Denis Zakaria
CM/CDM/CBAS Monaco · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDenis Zakaria's profile ↗
The players most similar to Denis Zakaria are Hugo Larsson, Mauricio Benitez, Manu Morlanes. Doppel rates Hugo Larsson (Eintracht Frankfurt) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Giulio Maggiore scores 82/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Denis Zakaria is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder who excels in contributing to both defensive and attacking phases. With a Sofascore rating in the top 26% of his peers, he stands out for his ability to score and create, reflected in his impressive goal and assist stats. While he has shown vulnerability in aerial duels, his knack for winning possession in the attacking third and successful dribbles make him a valuable asset. Despite some injury setbacks, he remains a reliable presence on the pitch, showcasing his durability when fit.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA, Successful dribbles. Availability: 34 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Denis Zakaria
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hugo Larssonsimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 22 | €30m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Mauricio Benitezsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 22 | €2.3m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Manu Morlanessimilar↗ | Mallorca | 27 | €2.2m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Zico Buurmeestersimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 24 | €1.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Nathan-Dylan Salibasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 22 | €6.9m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | Boavista | 23 | €400k | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Denis Zakaria
≈ 100% Denis Zakaria · strong: Possession won in att. third, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Denis Zakaria · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Denis Zakaria · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Denis Zakaria?
By Doppel's fit score, Hugo Larsson (Eintracht Frankfurt) is the closest profile to Denis Zakaria, with a 83/100 overall match. Mauricio Benitez and Manu Morlanes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Denis Zakaria?
Yes. Giulio Maggiore (Salernitana) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Denis Zakaria?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Denis Zakaria'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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