Players like Sofiane Boufal
LW/ST/CAMNo team · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSofiane Boufal's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sofiane Boufal are Azzedine Ounahi, Jesús Rodriguez, Teji Savanier. Doppel rates Azzedine Ounahi (Girona FC) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Teji Savanier scores 84/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Sofiane Boufal is a creative left winger who excels in generating scoring opportunities, making him a valuable playmaker in the final third. With an impressive ability to win aerial duels and create big chances, he ranks among the top 2% of his positional peers. While injuries have hindered his availability, his knack for key passes and duels won highlights his impact when fit, showcasing his potential as a dynamic attacking threat.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Big chances created, Key passes. Availability: 56 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sofiane Boufal
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Azzedine Ounahisimilar↗ | Girona FC | 26 | €10m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Jesús Rodriguezsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Bazoumana Tourésimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 20 | €39m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Nico Williamssimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 24 | €44m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Charles De Ketelaeresimilar↗ | Atalanta | 25 | €32m | 91 | 81 |
| 9 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 21 | €21m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Kaoru Mitomasimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 29 | €20m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 90 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sofiane Boufal
≈ 100% Sofiane Boufal · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Sofiane Boufal · strong: Big chances created, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Sofiane Boufal · strong: Accurate long balls, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sofiane Boufal?
Statistically, Azzedine Ounahi (Girona FC) is the closest look-alike to Sofiane Boufal — a 81/100 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 Sofiane Boufal?
By Doppel's fit score, Azzedine Ounahi (Girona FC) is the closest profile to Sofiane Boufal, with a 81/100 overall match. Jesús Rodriguez and Teji Savanier are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sofiane Boufal?
Yes. Teji Savanier (Montpellier) plays a similar left winger role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sofiane Boufal?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sofiane Boufal's 2025/26 season, then ranks left wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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