Players like Oussama Targhalline
CM/CDMFeyenoord · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitOussama Targhalline's profile ↗
The players most similar to Oussama Targhalline are Frenkie de Jong, Darko Nejašmić, Beñat Gerenabarrena. Doppel rates Frenkie de Jong (FC Barcelona) a 79/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Beñat Gerenabarrena scores 81/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Oussama Targhalline is a tenacious defensive midfielder known for his exceptional tackling and interception abilities, ranking in the top 4% among his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9%, he showcases his overall quality, contributing effectively in both defensive duties and the final third, evidenced by his solid goal and assist tally. While he has faced some injury challenges, his robust performances make him a reliable presence in midfield, capable of influencing games significantly.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 34 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Oussama Targhalline
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frenkie de Jongsimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 29 | €32m | 91 | 79 |
| 2 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Mats Wieffersimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 27 | €24m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Kodai Sanosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 23 | €13m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Andrey Santossimilar↗ | Manchester United | 22 | €39m | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Theo Leonisimilar↗ | Stade de Reims | 26 | €3.9m | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Tom Bischofsimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 21 | €39m | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 11 | Filip Krastevsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €2.9m | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Oussama Targhalline
≈ 100% Oussama Targhalline · strong: Touches, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Oussama Targhalline · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Oussama Targhalline · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Oussama Targhalline?
Statistically, Frenkie de Jong (FC Barcelona) is the closest look-alike to Oussama Targhalline — a 79/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Oussama Targhalline?
By Doppel's fit score, Frenkie de Jong (FC Barcelona) is the closest profile to Oussama Targhalline, with a 79/100 overall match. Darko Nejašmić and Beñat Gerenabarrena are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Oussama Targhalline?
Yes. Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Oussama Targhalline?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Oussama Targhalline'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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