Players like Zakaria Aboukhlal
RW/CAMTorino · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitZakaria Aboukhlal's profile ↗
The players most similar to Zakaria Aboukhlal are Maximilian Beier, Callum Lang, Raul Florucz. Doppel rates Maximilian Beier (TSG Hoffenheim) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Takuma Asano scores 80/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of September 2026.
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Zakaria Aboukhlal is a dynamic attacking midfielder with an eye for goal, showcasing his prowess as a potent shot-taker and chance generator. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 25% of his peers, his ability to score and create opportunities stands out, particularly with impressive metrics in shots and expected goals. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, limiting his impact on the pitch. When fit, he offers a compelling attacking threat that can energize any forward line.
Strengths: Shots, xG + xA, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 66 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Zakaria Aboukhlal
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maximilian Beiersimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 24 | €43m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Callum Langsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 28 | €2.6m | 91 | 80 |
| 3 | Raul Floruczsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 25 | €3.8m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Takuma Asanosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 32 | €1.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Justin Njinmahsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €5.3m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Chuba Akpomsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 31 | €3.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Kenan Karamansimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 32 | €1.7m | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Maranhãosimilar↗ | Tondela | 27 | €1.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Vinícius Lopessimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.6m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Daniel Maldinisimilar↗ | Atalanta | 25 | €9.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Dal Varešanovićsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 25 | €1.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | João Pedrosimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €74m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zakaria Aboukhlal
≈ 100% Zakaria Aboukhlal · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Zakaria Aboukhlal · strong: Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Zakaria Aboukhlal · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Zakaria Aboukhlal?
By Doppel's fit score, Maximilian Beier (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest profile to Zakaria Aboukhlal, with a 83/100 overall match. Callum Lang and Raul Florucz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zakaria Aboukhlal?
Yes. Takuma Asano (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar right winger role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Zakaria Aboukhlal?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Zakaria Aboukhlal's 2024/25 season, then ranks right wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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