Players like Rachid Kouda
CM/CAMMantova · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRachid Kouda's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rachid Kouda are Lucas Beltrán, Willum Thor Willumsson, Kevin Sessa. Doppel rates Lucas Beltrán (Fiorentina) a 85/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Sessa scores 86/100 at about €800k. Data as of July 2026.
About Rachid Kouda
Rachid Kouda is a robust central midfielder with a knack for winning aerial duels, showcasing his strength in the air among his peers. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 35%, his reliability is evident, having missed only nine games in three seasons. While his tackling and long ball accuracy could improve, his ability to dominate aerial battles makes him a valuable asset in midfield, providing a physical presence for Mantova.
Strengths: Aerial duels won. Availability: 9 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rachid Kouda
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lucas Beltránsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 25 | €8.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Willum Thor Willumssonsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 28 | €1.5m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 26 | €800k | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 91 | 87 |
| 5 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Torino | 25 | €6.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Dany Motasimilar↗ | Monza | 28 | €3.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 29 | €1.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rachid Kouda
≈ 100% Rachid Kouda · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Rachid Kouda · strong: Possession won in att. third, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Rachid Kouda · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Rachid Kouda?
By Doppel's fit score, Lucas Beltrán (Fiorentina) is the closest profile to Rachid Kouda, with a 85/100 overall match. Willum Thor Willumsson and Kevin Sessa are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rachid Kouda?
Yes. Kevin Sessa (1. FC Heidenheim) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rachid Kouda?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rachid Kouda's 2025/26 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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