Players like Habib Keita
CM/CDMNo team · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitHabib Keita's profile ↗
The players most similar to Habib Keita are Abdellah Baallal, Youness Lachhab, Iker Kortajarena. Doppel rates Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Abdellah Baallal scores 82/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Habib Keita is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for driving play forward and creating opportunities, showcasing his prowess as a ball-progressing midfielder. With a strong Sofascore rating, he stands out in dribbling and winning possession in the attacking third, demonstrating his ability to influence matches. While not the most dominant aerially, his reliability and durability—missing only a handful of games over three seasons—make him a valuable asset in any midfield setup.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third, Big chances created. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Habib Keita
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Youness Lachhabsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 28 | €800k | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Iker Kortajarenasimilar↗ | Huesca | 26 | €800k | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €1.1m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Robert Wagnersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 23 | €2.7m | 91 | 80 |
| 7 | Isma Ruizsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €1.5m | 91 | 80 |
| 8 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Simon Sohmsimilar↗ | Venezia | 25 | €7.8m | 90 | 79 |
| 10 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 11 | Niklas Pyyhtiäsimilar↗ | Modena | 23 | €1.4m | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Théo Chennahisimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.4m | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Habib Keita
≈ 100% Habib Keita · medium reliability
≈ 100% Habib Keita · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Habib Keita · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Habib Keita?
Statistically, Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is the closest look-alike to Habib Keita — a 82/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Habib Keita?
By Doppel's fit score, Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is the closest profile to Habib Keita, with a 82/100 overall match. Youness Lachhab and Iker Kortajarena are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Habib Keita?
Yes. Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Habib Keita?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Habib Keita'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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