Players like Soufiane El-Faouzi
CM/CDMFC Schalke 04 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSoufiane El-Faouzi's profile ↗
Soufiane El-Faouzi is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for FC Schalke 04 in the German 2. Bundesliga. In the 2025/26 season, he made 34 appearances, contributing 2 goals and 5 assists. Players similar to El-Faouzi include Abdelkahar Kadri from KV Kortrijk, who has a fit score of 86/100, and Filip Krastev of PEC Zwolle, also with a fit score of 86/100, highlighting comparable roles and performance metrics.
About Soufiane El-Faouzi
Soufiane El-Faouzi is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for winning possession in the attacking third, making him a valuable asset in pressing situations. His ability to create big chances and deliver accurate crosses highlights his playmaking potential, positioning him in the top 33% of his peers. With just one game missed in three seasons, his durability enhances his reliability on the pitch, though he may need to improve his aerial ability to fully round out his game.
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 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Mallorca | 38 | €100k | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.5m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Kamory Doumbiasimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 23 | €9.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Tomáš Suslovsimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 24 | €3.9m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 91 | 87 |
| 12 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Soufiane El-Faouzi
≈ 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
≈ 100% Soufiane El-Faouzi · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Soufiane El-Faouzi?
By Doppel's fit score, Abdelkahar Kadri (KV Kortrijk) is the closest profile to Soufiane El-Faouzi, with a 86/100 overall match. Filip Krastev and Dani Rodríguez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Soufiane El-Faouzi?
Yes. Dani Rodríguez (Mallorca) 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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