Players like Issa Doumbia
CMVenezia · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIssa Doumbia's profile ↗
The players most similar to Issa Doumbia are Ryoya Morishita, Kenneth Taylor, Jack Rudoni. Doppel rates Ryoya Morishita (Blackburn Rovers) a 88/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mohamed Nassoh scores 87/100 at about €700k. Data as of September 2026.
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Issa Doumbia is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his goal-scoring prowess and ability to create chances. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 42%, he showcases notable strengths, ranking in the top 12% for non-penalty goals and top 20% for expected goals plus assists per 90 minutes. His durability is impressive, having missed only two games in three seasons, though he could improve his defensive contributions to become a more well-rounded presence in midfield.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Shots, xG + xA. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Issa Doumbia
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 96 | 88 |
| 2 | Kenneth Taylorsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €26m | 95 | 86 |
| 3 | Jack Rudonisimilar↗ | Coventry City | 25 | €21m | 94 | 86 |
| 4 | Gonzalo Maronisimilar↗ | Tigre | 27 | €1.9m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Christantus Uchesimilar↗ | Getafe | 23 | €13m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Husseyn Chakrounsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 22 | €1.7m | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 93 | 87 |
| 8 | João Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 29 | €4.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 92 | 89 |
| 10 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 31 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Fabian Riedersimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 24 | €11m | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 87 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Issa Doumbia
≈ 100% Issa Doumbia · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Issa Doumbia · strong: xG + xA, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Issa Doumbia · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Issa Doumbia?
By Doppel's fit score, Ryoya Morishita (Blackburn Rovers) is the closest profile to Issa Doumbia, with a 88/100 overall match. Kenneth Taylor and Jack Rudoni are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Issa Doumbia?
Yes. Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Issa Doumbia?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Issa Doumbia'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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