Players like Nikolas Ioannou
LM/LBSampdoria · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikolas Ioannou's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nikolas Ioannou are Mortadha Ben Ouanes, Bas Kuipers, Alexander Rossipal. Doppel rates Mortadha Ben Ouanes (Kasımpaşa) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Alexander Rossipal scores 84/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nikolas Ioannou is a dynamic left-sided player who excels as a dual-threat left midfielder and left-back, showcasing impressive aerial ability and a knack for scoring, reflected in his top 12% ranking for non-penalty goals. With a solid Sofascore rating in the top 45%, he demonstrates reliability and durability, missing only 12 games over the last three seasons. While his tackling and dribbling may not be standout attributes, his capacity to win possession in the attacking third makes him a valuable asset in both defensive and offensive phases.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nikolas Ioannou
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mortadha Ben Ouanessimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €1.4m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 32 | €800k | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 29 | €3.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Harrison Burrowssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 24 | €9.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Álvaro Barrealsimilar↗ | Santos | 26 | €7.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Felix Agusimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 27 | €4.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 90 | 86 |
| 11 | Henok Teklabsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nikolas Ioannou
≈ 100% Nikolas Ioannou · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Nikolas Ioannou · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Nikolas Ioannou · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nikolas Ioannou?
Statistically, Mortadha Ben Ouanes (Kasımpaşa) is the closest look-alike to Nikolas Ioannou — a 84/100 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 Nikolas Ioannou?
By Doppel's fit score, Mortadha Ben Ouanes (Kasımpaşa) is the closest profile to Nikolas Ioannou, with a 84/100 overall match. Bas Kuipers and Alexander Rossipal are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nikolas Ioannou?
Yes. Alexander Rossipal (SG Dynamo Dresden) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nikolas Ioannou?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nikolas Ioannou's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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