Players like Walid Bouabdelli
CAMNancy · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitWalid Bouabdelli's profile ↗
The players most similar to Walid Bouabdelli are Janik Bachmann, Omri Gandelman, Noe Lebreton. Doppel rates Janik Bachmann (FC Schalke 04) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danijel Aleksić scores 78/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Walid Bouabdelli is an aerially dominant attacking midfielder, showcasing his strength in aerial duels with impressive metrics that place him among the top 9% of his positional peers. However, his overall quality is below average, reflected in a Sofascore rating in the bottom 23%, and he struggles to create chances, with minimal contributions in key passes and big chances. Despite these challenges, his durability stands out, as he has missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in the squad.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Walid Bouabdelli
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Janik Bachmannsimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 30 | €500k | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Omri Gandelmansimilar↗ | Lecce | 26 | €2.8m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €4.1m | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Marshall Munetsisimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 30 | €16m | 91 | 76 |
| 5 | Iker Kortajarenasimilar↗ | Huesca | 26 | €800k | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Ander Madariagasimilar↗ | Eibar | 24 | €600k | 91 | 79 |
| 7 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 91 | 78 |
| 8 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 90 | 77 |
| 9 | Sander van de Streeksimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 33 | €500k | 89 | 75 |
| 10 | Thomas Robinetsimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 30 | €800k | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Dennis Srbenysimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 32 | €300k | 88 | 75 |
| 12 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Walid Bouabdelli
≈ 100% Walid Bouabdelli · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Walid Bouabdelli · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Walid Bouabdelli · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Walid Bouabdelli?
Statistically, Janik Bachmann (FC Schalke 04) is the closest look-alike to Walid Bouabdelli — a 79/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Walid Bouabdelli?
By Doppel's fit score, Janik Bachmann (FC Schalke 04) is the closest profile to Walid Bouabdelli, with a 79/100 overall match. Omri Gandelman and Noe Lebreton are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Walid Bouabdelli?
Yes. Danijel Aleksić (Konyaspor) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Walid Bouabdelli?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Walid Bouabdelli'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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