Players like Merwan Ifnaoui
CAM/RWTroyes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMerwan Ifnaoui's profile ↗
The players most similar to Merwan Ifnaoui are Álvaro Barreal, Dani Lorenzo, Félix Correia. Doppel rates Álvaro Barreal (Santos) a 80/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dani Lorenzo scores 79/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Merwan Ifnaoui is a versatile attacking midfielder/right winger who combines creativity with reliability, making him a valuable asset for Troyes. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 27% of his peers, he consistently contributes with assists and plays a pivotal role in build-up play. While he may not be a prolific scorer, his durability—missing only seven games over the last three seasons—underscores his importance to the squad.
Strengths: Sofascore rating. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Merwan Ifnaoui
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Álvaro Barrealsimilar↗ | Santos | 26 | €7.7m | 91 | 80 |
| 2 | Dani Lorenzosimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 23 | €1.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Félix Correiasimilar↗ | Lille | 25 | €9.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Gil Diassimilar↗ | Famalicão | 30 | €2.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Arbnor Mujasimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 28 | €2.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Allahyar Sayyadmaneshsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €3.6m | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Wesley Saïdsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 31 | €5.3m | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Ibrahim Sadiqsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €2.1m | 86 | 80 |
| 9 | Lukas Petkovsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 26 | €3.2m | 86 | 79 |
| 10 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Hakon Arnar Haraldssonsimilar↗ | Lille | 23 | €26m | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Daan Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 25 | €4.7m | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Merwan Ifnaoui
≈ 100% Merwan Ifnaoui · strong: Accurate long balls, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Merwan Ifnaoui · strong: Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Merwan Ifnaoui · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Merwan Ifnaoui?
Statistically, Álvaro Barreal (Santos) is the closest look-alike to Merwan Ifnaoui — a 80/100 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 Merwan Ifnaoui?
By Doppel's fit score, Álvaro Barreal (Santos) is the closest profile to Merwan Ifnaoui, with a 80/100 overall match. Dani Lorenzo and Félix Correia are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Merwan Ifnaoui?
Yes. Dani Lorenzo (Málaga CF) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Merwan Ifnaoui?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Merwan Ifnaoui's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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