Players like Waniss Taibi
CMHannover 96 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitWaniss Taibi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Waniss Taibi are Senny Mayulu, Lovro Majer, Lucas Da Cunha. Doppel rates Senny Mayulu (Paris Saint-Germain) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Levi Smans scores 89/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Waniss Taibi is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for winning possession in the attacking third, making him a key asset in high-pressing systems. With a Sofascore rating in the top 29% of his peers, he consistently delivers accurate final-third passes, enhancing his team's offensive play. His durability is a significant plus, having missed no games in the past three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While he may not excel in duels, his strengths in possession recovery and passing make him a valuable contributor to any midfield.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Waniss Taibi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Lovro Majersimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 28 | €8.6m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Lucas Da Cunhasimilar↗ | Como | 25 | €18m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Fabian Riedersimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 24 | €11m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 92 | 89 |
| 8 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.6m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Quinten Timbersimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Kike Pérezsimilar↗ | Venezia | 29 | €2.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 91 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Waniss Taibi
≈ 100% Waniss Taibi · strong: Possession won in att. third, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Waniss Taibi · strong: xG + xA, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Waniss Taibi · strong: Touches, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, xG + xA /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Waniss Taibi?
Statistically, Senny Mayulu (Paris Saint-Germain) is the closest look-alike to Waniss Taibi — a 87/100 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 Waniss Taibi?
By Doppel's fit score, Senny Mayulu (Paris Saint-Germain) is the closest profile to Waniss Taibi, with a 87/100 overall match. Lovro Majer and Lucas Da Cunha are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Waniss Taibi?
Yes. Levi Smans (SC Heerenveen) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 89/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Waniss Taibi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Waniss Taibi'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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