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 85/100 at about €3.8m. Data as of July 2026.
About Simone Verdi
Simone Verdi is a versatile attacking midfielder with a knack for orchestrating play and finding the back of the net. With a Sofascore rating in the top 29% of his peers, he excels in delivering accurate long balls and crosses, showcasing his vision and creativity. His ability to win aerial duels adds an extra dimension to his game, while his durability is highlighted by just one game missed in three seasons, making him a reliable asset for any squad.
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↗ | Galatasaray | 28 | €21m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Omar Marmoushsimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 27 | €55m | 92 | 82 |
| 8 | Julio Encisosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Sofiane Diopsimilar↗ | Nice | 26 | €14m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 23 | €43m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Matías Fernández-Pardosimilar↗ | Lille | 21 | €38m | 91 | 83 |
| 12 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 91 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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 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 85/100 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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