Players like Soufiane El-Faouzi
CM/CDMFC Schalke 04 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSoufiane El-Faouzi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Soufiane El-Faouzi are Yari Verschaeren, Abdelkahar Kadri, Filip Krastev. Doppel rates Yari Verschaeren (RSC Anderlecht) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dani Rodríguez scores 84/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Soufiane El-Faouzi is a dynamic central midfielder, excelling as a possession-oriented player with a knack for winning the ball in the attacking third. His ability to create big chances and deliver accurate crosses highlights his offensive contributions, placing him in the top 14% and 21% of his positional peers, respectively. With remarkable durability, having missed just one game in three seasons, he stands out as a reliable asset for FC Schalke 04, consistently delivering quality performances in the Bundesliga.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created, Accurate crosses. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Soufiane El-Faouzi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yari Verschaerensimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.9m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.6m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 92 | 86 |
| 4 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Leganés | 38 | €100k | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €6.5m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Tomáš Suslovsimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 24 | €3.9m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 91 | 87 |
| 12 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Soufiane El-Faouzi
≈ 100% Soufiane El-Faouzi · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Soufiane El-Faouzi · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Soufiane El-Faouzi · strong: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Soufiane El-Faouzi?
Statistically, Yari Verschaeren (RSC Anderlecht) is the closest look-alike to Soufiane El-Faouzi — 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 Soufiane El-Faouzi?
By Doppel's fit score, Yari Verschaeren (RSC Anderlecht) is the closest profile to Soufiane El-Faouzi, with a 84/100 overall match. Abdelkahar Kadri and Filip Krastev are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Soufiane El-Faouzi?
Yes. Dani Rodríguez (Leganés) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Soufiane El-Faouzi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Soufiane El-Faouzi'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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