Players like Simone Verdi
CAM/STSüdtirol · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitSimone Verdi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Simone Verdi are Abbosbek Fayzullaev, Ernest Muçi, Kerem Aktürkoğlu. Doppel rates Abbosbek Fayzullaev (Başakşehir FK) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Adil Aouchiche scores 83/100 at about €3.8m. Data as of October 2026.
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Simone Verdi is a versatile attacking midfielder who thrives on his playmaking and aerial prowess, making him a valuable asset in the final third. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 34% of his positional peers, he excels in delivering accurate long balls and crosses, coupled with a strong ability to win aerial duels. His impressive durability, missing just one game in the last three seasons, underscores his reliability on the pitch. While his defensive contributions may not be his forte, his offensive strengths make him a consistent threat.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Simone Verdi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abbosbek Fayzullaevsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €6.5m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Ernest Muçisimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 25 | €12m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Kerem Aktürkoğlusimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 28 | €21m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 82 |
| 7 | Omar Marmoushsimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 27 | €55m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Julio Encisosimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 22 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Sofiane Diopsimilar↗ | Nice | 26 | €14m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Matías Fernández-Pardosimilar↗ | Lille | 21 | €38m | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Simone Verdi
≈ 100% Simone Verdi · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Simone Verdi · strong: Accurate crosses, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Simone Verdi · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Simone Verdi?
Statistically, Abbosbek Fayzullaev (Başakşehir FK) is the closest look-alike to Simone Verdi — a 82/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Simone Verdi?
By Doppel's fit score, Abbosbek Fayzullaev (Başakşehir FK) is the closest profile to Simone Verdi, with a 82/100 overall match. Ernest Muçi and Kerem Aktürkoğlu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Simone Verdi?
Yes. Adil Aouchiche (FC Schalke 04) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €3.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Simone Verdi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Simone Verdi's 2023/24 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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