Players like Said El Mala
LW1. FC Köln · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSaid El Mala's profile ↗
The players most similar to Said El Mala are Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, Ayoze Pérez, Kenan Yıldız. Doppel rates Abdessamad Ezzalzouli (Real Betis) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Raheem Sterling scores 82/100 at about €2.9m. Data as of October 2026.
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Said El Mala is a dynamic goal-scoring left winger, thriving as a key offensive threat with a remarkable knack for finding the net. His elite finishing ability is highlighted by a stunning 1% ranking in non-penalty goals per 90 minutes, complemented by impressive shot volume and goal contributions. With only five games missed in three seasons, his durability adds to his appeal, making him a reliable asset in attack, despite some limitations in long-range passing.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Shots, xG + xA. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Said El Mala
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdessamad Ezzalzoulisimilar↗ | Real Betis | 25 | €43m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Ayoze Pérezsimilar↗ | Villarreal | 33 | €5.4m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Raheem Sterlingsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 32 | €2.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Kaoru Mitomasimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 29 | €20m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Anthony Gordonsimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 25 | €82m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Khvicha Kvaratskheliasimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 25 | €144m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Mika Godtssimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 21 | €32m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €27m | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 21 | €21m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Crysencio Summervillesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 25 | €49m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Andreas Schjelderupsimilar↗ | Benfica | 22 | €31m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Said El Mala
≈ 100% Said El Mala · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Said El Mala · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Said El Mala · strong: Key passes, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Said El Mala?
Statistically, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli (Real Betis) is the closest look-alike to Said El Mala — a 83/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Said El Mala?
By Doppel's fit score, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli (Real Betis) is the closest profile to Said El Mala, with a 83/100 overall match. Ayoze Pérez and Kenan Yıldız are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Said El Mala?
Yes. Raheem Sterling (Feyenoord) plays a similar left winger role and rates 82/100 at roughly €2.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Said El Mala?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Said El Mala'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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