Players like Daler Kuzyaev
CMLe Havre · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaler Kuzyaev's profile ↗
The players most similar to Daler Kuzyaev are Youri Regeer, Lewis Ferguson, Marvin Mehlem. Doppel rates Youri Regeer (AFC Ajax) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Mehlem scores 83/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Daler Kuzyaev is a versatile central midfielder known for his precision in final-third passing and strong aerial presence. With a Sofascore rating in the top 49% of his positional peers, he consistently contributes with key passes and boasts impressive aerial duel statistics. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only 10 games in the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch. While he may not create a high volume of big chances, his overall skill set makes him an effective midfield operator.
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes, Aerial duels won %, Key passes. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Daler Kuzyaev
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Lewis Fergusonsimilar↗ | Bologna | 27 | €13m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 4 | Carlos Alcarazsimilar↗ | Everton | 24 | €15m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 87 | 83 |
| 7 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Kenneth Taylorsimilar↗ | Lazio | 24 | €26m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €1.6m | 87 | 82 |
| 10 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €6.5m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daler Kuzyaev
≈ 100% Daler Kuzyaev · strong: Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Daler Kuzyaev · strong: Shots, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Daler Kuzyaev · strong: Non-penalty goals, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Daler Kuzyaev?
Statistically, Youri Regeer (AFC Ajax) is the closest look-alike to Daler Kuzyaev — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Daler Kuzyaev?
By Doppel's fit score, Youri Regeer (AFC Ajax) is the closest profile to Daler Kuzyaev, with a 82/100 overall match. Lewis Ferguson and Marvin Mehlem are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Daler Kuzyaev?
Yes. Marvin Mehlem (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Daler Kuzyaev?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Daler Kuzyaev's 2023/24 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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