Players like Ali Youssef
CBNantes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAli Youssef's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ali Youssef are Rio Hillen, Jaydee Canvot, José Copete. Doppel rates Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) a 85/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rio Hillen scores 85/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ali Youssef is a robust, aerially dominant centre-back, excelling in defensive duels and clearances. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 23% of his peers, his impressive aerial prowess (top 4%) and reliable tackling demonstrate his capability as a solid defensive presence. With an outstanding record of availability, missing no games over the last three seasons, he proves to be a durable and dependable option in the heart of defense.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ali Youssef
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Jaydee Canvotsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 20 | €25m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | José Copetesimilar↗ | Valencia | 27 | €4.5m | 89 | 81 |
| 4 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Brayan Medinasimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €2.7m | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 25 | €3.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 88 | 86 |
| 10 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ali Youssef
≈ 100% Ali Youssef · strong: Duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Ali Youssef · strong: Clearances, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Ali Youssef · strong: Clearances, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ali Youssef?
Statistically, Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) is the closest look-alike to Ali Youssef — a 85/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ali Youssef?
By Doppel's fit score, Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) is the closest profile to Ali Youssef, with a 85/100 overall match. Jaydee Canvot and José Copete are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ali Youssef?
Yes. Rio Hillen (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ali Youssef?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ali Youssef's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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