Players like Stephan El Shaarawy
LM/CAM/LWAS Roma · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitStephan El Shaarawy's profile ↗
The players most similar to Stephan El Shaarawy are Marcus Tavernier, Fermín López, Eliesse Ben Seghir. Doppel rates Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Teji Savanier scores 85/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Stephan El Shaarawy is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his goal-scoring ability, showcased by his impressive shots per 90 minutes in the top 19% among his peers. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 50%, he remains a valuable asset for AS Roma, contributing both goals and assists. His durability is a plus, having missed only 12 games in the past three seasons, making him a reliable option in the final third, although his ability to win possession in attacking areas could improve.
Strengths: Shots. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stephan El Shaarawy
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marcus Taverniersimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 27 | €23m | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Fermín Lópezsimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 23 | €103m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Rodrigo Riquelmesimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 26 | €4.3m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Nico Pazsimilar↗ | Como | 22 | €86m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Florian Wirtzsimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 23 | €95m | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Abdessamad Ezzalzoulisimilar↗ | Real Betis | 25 | €43m | 92 | 83 |
| 10 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €27m | 92 | 83 |
| 11 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 28 | €6.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Lille | 36 | €1.2m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stephan El Shaarawy
≈ 100% Stephan El Shaarawy · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Stephan El Shaarawy · strong: Big chances created, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Stephan El Shaarawy · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Stephan El Shaarawy?
By Doppel's fit score, Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth) is the closest profile to Stephan El Shaarawy, with a 85/100 overall match. Fermín López and Eliesse Ben Seghir are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stephan El Shaarawy?
Yes. Teji Savanier (Montpellier) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stephan El Shaarawy?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stephan El Shaarawy's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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