Players like Ellyes Skhiri
CM/CDM1. FC Köln · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEllyes Skhiri's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ellyes Skhiri are Teo Quintero, Anouar El Azzouzi, Yann Bodiger. Doppel rates Teo Quintero (Sparta Rotterdam) a 76/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yann Bodiger scores 76/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ellyes Skhiri is a robust defensive midfielder known for his tireless work rate and ability to break up opposition play. With a Sofascore rating in the top 39% of his positional peers, he excels in touches and defensive actions, showcasing his capacity to shield the backline effectively. While his attacking contributions are limited, his reliability and durability—missing only 14 games in the last three seasons—make him a dependable presence in midfield.
Strengths: Touches, Clearances, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 14 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ellyes Skhiri
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 93 | 76 |
| 2 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 90 | 76 |
| 4 | Aljoscha Kemleinsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 22 | €11m | 89 | 77 |
| 5 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Nacho Martínsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 24 | €1.0m | 88 | 77 |
| 7 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 87 | 77 |
| 8 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 87 | 77 |
| 9 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 86 | 77 |
| 10 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 86 | 77 |
| 11 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 86 | 77 |
| 12 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 85 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ellyes Skhiri
≈ 100% Ellyes Skhiri · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Ellyes Skhiri · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Ellyes Skhiri · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ellyes Skhiri?
Statistically, Teo Quintero (Sparta Rotterdam) is the closest look-alike to Ellyes Skhiri — a 76/100 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 Ellyes Skhiri?
By Doppel's fit score, Teo Quintero (Sparta Rotterdam) is the closest profile to Ellyes Skhiri, with a 76/100 overall match. Anouar El Azzouzi and Yann Bodiger are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ellyes Skhiri?
Yes. Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 76/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ellyes Skhiri?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ellyes Skhiri'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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