Players like Youssouf Ndayishimiye
CB/CMNice · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitYoussouf Ndayishimiye's profile ↗
The players most similar to Youssouf Ndayishimiye are Ismaelo Ganiou, Ozan Kabak, Strahinja Pavlović. Doppel rates Ismaelo Ganiou (RC Lens) a 79/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gael Alonso scores 80/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Youssouf Ndayishimiye is a versatile centre-back with a knack for scoring, showcasing himself as a goal-scoring defender. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 13% of his peers, highlighting his elite finishing ability and strong defensive presence with top-tier clearances. While his attacking contributions in terms of key passes and chances created may not be his forte, his durability has been a concern, having missed significant time due to injuries. Nonetheless, when fit, he’s a reliable asset in both defense and attack.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Clearances, Touches. Availability: 62 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Youssouf Ndayishimiye
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 91 | 79 |
| 2 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Strahinja Pavlovićsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €38m | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Gael Alonsosimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €1.0m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Luca Mazzitellisimilar↗ | Cagliari | 31 | €1.3m | 88 | 79 |
| 8 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Terry Devlinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 23 | €3.9m | 88 | 79 |
| 12 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 88 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Youssouf Ndayishimiye
≈ 100% Youssouf Ndayishimiye · strong: Touches, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Youssouf Ndayishimiye · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Youssouf Ndayishimiye · strong: Non-penalty goals, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Touches /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Youssouf Ndayishimiye?
Statistically, Ismaelo Ganiou (RC Lens) is the closest look-alike to Youssouf Ndayishimiye — a 79/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Youssouf Ndayishimiye?
By Doppel's fit score, Ismaelo Ganiou (RC Lens) is the closest profile to Youssouf Ndayishimiye, with a 79/100 overall match. Ozan Kabak and Strahinja Pavlović are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Youssouf Ndayishimiye?
Yes. Gael Alonso (FC Andorra) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Youssouf Ndayishimiye?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Youssouf Ndayishimiye's 2024/25 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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