Players like Samu
CAM/CMVitória SC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamu's profile ↗
The players most similar to Samu are Lance Duijvestijn, Senny Mayulu, Callum O'Hare. Doppel rates Lance Duijvestijn (Fortuna Sittard) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Lance Duijvestijn scores 86/100 at about €700k. Data as of September 2026.
Building your XI? Put Samu in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →About Samu
Samu is a creative attacking midfielder who excels in orchestrating play and delivering precise crosses. With a Sofascore rating in the top 26% of his peers, he demonstrates his quality through impressive metrics, including top 9% accuracy in crosses and top 11% for possession won in the attacking third. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, ensuring he remains a reliable presence in the squad. While finishing isn't his forte, his ability to generate chances sets him apart.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third, Key passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Samu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Callum O'Haresimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 28 | €5.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Abbosbek Fayzullaevsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €6.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Danel Sinanisimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €2.9m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Franco Cristaldosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 30 | €3.6m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Hakon Arnar Haraldssonsimilar↗ | Lille | 23 | €26m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 87 |
| 9 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 92 | 87 |
| 11 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 91 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samu
≈ 100% Samu · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Samu · strong: Possession won in att. third, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Samu · strong: Possession won in att. third, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Samu?
By Doppel's fit score, Lance Duijvestijn (Fortuna Sittard) is the closest profile to Samu, with a 86/100 overall match. Senny Mayulu and Callum O'Hare are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Samu?
Yes. Lance Duijvestijn (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Samu?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Samu's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →