Players like Yussuf Poulsen
STHamburger SV · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitYussuf Poulsen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yussuf Poulsen are Igor Thiago, Marcus Thuram, Raúl Jiménez. Doppel rates Igor Thiago (Brentford) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gerard Moreno scores 85/100 at about €2.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Yussuf Poulsen is a versatile forward known for his ability to score and create opportunities, showcasing a strong goal threat with impressive xG and xA metrics. While he ranks in the top 12% for non-penalty goals and contributes defensively with solid clearances and tackles, his injury history raises concerns about reliability. Despite this, his overall quality remains solid, placing him in the top 50% of his positional peers, making him a valuable asset when fit.
Strengths: xG + xA, Clearances, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 36 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yussuf Poulsen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Igor Thiagosimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €68m | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Marcus Thuramsimilar↗ | Inter | 29 | €52m | 95 | 83 |
| 3 | Raúl Jiménezsimilar↗ | Fulham | 35 | €3.2m | 94 | 84 |
| 4 | João Pedrosimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €74m | 94 | 83 |
| 5 | Ermedin Demirovićsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €20m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | Mikel Oyarzabalsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 29 | €27m | 93 | 83 |
| 7 | Gerard Morenosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 34 | €2.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Jean-Philippe Matetasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 29 | €29m | 93 | 83 |
| 9 | Kevin Schadesimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €36m | 93 | 82 |
| 10 | Wesley Saïdsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 31 | €5.3m | 93 | 82 |
| 11 | Vangelis Pavlidissimilar↗ | Benfica | 28 | €30m | 92 | 83 |
| 12 | Franjo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 23 | €15m | 92 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yussuf Poulsen
≈ 100% Yussuf Poulsen · strong: Clearances, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, xG + xA /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Yussuf Poulsen · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Yussuf Poulsen · strong: Shots, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Yussuf Poulsen?
Statistically, Igor Thiago (Brentford) is the closest look-alike to Yussuf Poulsen — a 85/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Yussuf Poulsen?
By Doppel's fit score, Igor Thiago (Brentford) is the closest profile to Yussuf Poulsen, with a 85/100 overall match. Marcus Thuram and Raúl Jiménez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yussuf Poulsen?
Yes. Gerard Moreno (Villarreal) plays a similar striker role and rates 85/100 at roughly €2.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yussuf Poulsen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yussuf Poulsen's 2023/24 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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