Players like Riyad Idrissi
LBModena · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRiyad Idrissi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Riyad Idrissi are Carlos Romero, Mads Pedersen, Yannick Leliendal. Doppel rates Carlos Romero (Espanyol) a 81/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mads Pedersen scores 81/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Riyad Idrissi is a developing left-back whose current form places him in the lower echelons of Serie A. His lack of standout strengths, coupled with below-average metrics in key defensive areas, raises concerns about his impact on the pitch. However, he has shown durability with only 10 games missed over the last three seasons, indicating reliability as he continues to refine his game. With time and experience, he could evolve into a more impactful presence defensively.
Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Riyad Idrissi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlos Romerosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 25 | €24m | 90 | 81 |
| 2 | Mads Pedersensimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 30 | €900k | 90 | 81 |
| 3 | Yannick Leliendalsimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 24 | €1.1m | 89 | 79 |
| 4 | Jordan Zemurasimilar↗ | Udinese | 27 | €4.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Harry Amasssimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 19 | €7.2m | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Hennes Behrenssimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €5.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Ryan Sessegnonsimilar↗ | Fulham | 26 | €21m | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Arthur Zagresimilar↗ | Excelsior | 25 | €1.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Niels Nkounkousimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €2.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Alfonso Pedrazasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €2.4m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Nathaniel Brownsimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 23 | €37m | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Hugo Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 24 | €13m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Riyad Idrissi
≈ 100% Riyad Idrissi · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Riyad Idrissi · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Riyad Idrissi · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Riyad Idrissi?
By Doppel's fit score, Carlos Romero (Espanyol) is the closest profile to Riyad Idrissi, with a 81/100 overall match. Mads Pedersen and Yannick Leliendal are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Riyad Idrissi?
Yes. Mads Pedersen (FC Augsburg) plays a similar left back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Riyad Idrissi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Riyad Idrissi's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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