Players like Yussif Saidu
CBReal Zaragoza · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYussif Saidu's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yussif Saidu are Fatih Aksoy, Andreas Ndoj, Oumar Solet. Doppel rates Fatih Aksoy (Alanyaspor) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Luke Ayling scores 85/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Yussif Saidu is an aggressive front-foot defender, showcasing his ability to win possession high up the pitch, reflected in his top-tier successful dribbles per 90 minutes. Despite ranking in the bottom 43% of his peers overall, his durability is notable, having missed no games in three seasons. While he could improve on clearances, his proactive style and strong duel-winning capabilities make him a dynamic presence in the defensive line.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third, Shots. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yussif Saidu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fatih Aksoysimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 29 | €1.1m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Andreas Ndojsimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 23 | €5.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Junior Mwangasimilar↗ | Le Havre | 23 | €6.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 93 | 87 |
| 6 | Atakan Çankayasimilar↗ | Fatih Karagümrük | 28 | €1.1m | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Luke Aylingsimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 35 | €400k | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Rasmus Kristensensimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 29 | €11m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Nicolás Capaldosimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 28 | €8.4m | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 92 | 89 |
| 11 | Calvin Verdonksimilar↗ | Lille | 29 | €2.6m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Jarell Quansahsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 23 | €48m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yussif Saidu
≈ 100% Yussif Saidu · strong: Successful dribbles, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Yussif Saidu · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Yussif Saidu · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Yussif Saidu?
Statistically, Fatih Aksoy (Alanyaspor) is the closest look-alike to Yussif Saidu — a 84/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Yussif Saidu?
By Doppel's fit score, Fatih Aksoy (Alanyaspor) is the closest profile to Yussif Saidu, with a 84/100 overall match. Andreas Ndoj and Oumar Solet are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yussif Saidu?
Yes. Luke Ayling (Middlesbrough) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yussif Saidu?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yussif Saidu's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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