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 Abdelkahar Kadri, Filip Krastev, Dani Rodríguez. Doppel rates Abdelkahar Kadri (KV Kortrijk) a 86/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dani Rodríguez scores 84/100 at about €100k. Data as of September 2026.
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Soufiane El-Faouzi is a dynamic central midfielder who excels in winning possession in the attacking third, making him a key disruptor and playmaker. Ranked in the top 33% of his positional peers, he showcases impressive ability in creating big chances and accurately delivering crosses, contributing significantly to his team's offensive play. With remarkable durability, missing just one game in three seasons, El-Faouzi is a reliable asset in midfield, though he may need to improve in aerial challenges to 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 · 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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