Players like Waniss Taibi
CMRodez AF · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitWaniss Taibi's profile ↗
Waniss Taibi is a central midfielder for Rodez AF in Ligue 2. In the 2025/26 season, he made 26 appearances, contributing 1 goal and 4 assists over 1135 minutes. Players similar to Taibi include Senny Mayulu from Paris Saint-Germain, with a fit score of 87/100, and Lovro Majer from VfL Wolfsburg, who has a fit score of 86/100.
About Waniss Taibi
Waniss Taibi is a dynamic central midfielder, excelling as a possession-focused playmaker who thrives in the attacking third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his peers, he showcases exceptional ability in winning possession and delivering accurate final-third passes, contributing effectively with 4 goals and 5 assists in 32 appearances this season. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, ensuring he remains a reliable presence in the squad.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Sofascore rating, 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 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Abdelkahar Kadrisimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 26 | €2.6m | 92 | 86 |
| 9 | Quinten Timbersimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Kike Pérezsimilar↗ | Venezia | 29 | €2.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Ajdin Hrustićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 30 | €600k | 91 | 86 |
| 12 | Sondre Auklendsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 23 | €2.8m | 91 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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 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. Ryoya Morishita (Blackburn Rovers) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €2.1m.
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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