Players like Pietro Fusi
CM/CDMPadova · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPietro Fusi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Pietro Fusi are Soufiane El-Faouzi, Rihito Yamamoto, Doğucan Haspolat. Doppel rates Soufiane El-Faouzi (FC Schalke 04) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Mehlem scores 84/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Pietro Fusi is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition play with impressive tackle and interception rates, ranking in the top 18% of his positional peers. His ability to contribute key passes further highlights his value in transitioning play. While his overall quality sits in the bottom 43%, his durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons, proving him to be a reliable asset in the heart of midfield.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Key passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Pietro Fusi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Soufiane El-Faouzisimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €9.8m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 3 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Enzo Le Féesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 26 | €26m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pietro Fusi
≈ 100% Pietro Fusi · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Pietro Fusi · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Pietro Fusi · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Pietro Fusi?
Statistically, Soufiane El-Faouzi (FC Schalke 04) is the closest look-alike to Pietro Fusi — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Pietro Fusi?
By Doppel's fit score, Soufiane El-Faouzi (FC Schalke 04) is the closest profile to Pietro Fusi, with a 82/100 overall match. Rihito Yamamoto and Doğucan Haspolat are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Pietro Fusi?
Yes. Marvin Mehlem (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Pietro Fusi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Pietro Fusi'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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