Players like Yuki Soma
CAMCasa Pia · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitYuki Soma's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yuki Soma are Nicolas Galazzi, Youssouf Diarra, Kuki Zalazar. Doppel rates Nicolas Galazzi (Brescia) a 78/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Odysseus Velanas scores 77/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Yuki Soma is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his goal-scoring prowess and aerial ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 50% of his position, he excels in finishing and winning aerial duels, making him a potent threat in the final third. His durability is remarkable, missing just one game in three seasons, highlighting his reliability. While his passing in the final third could improve, his knack for finding the back of the net and creating opportunities makes him a valuable asset for any team.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yuki Soma
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nicolas Galazzisimilar↗ | Brescia | 26 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
| 2 | Youssouf Diarrasimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 28 | €800k | 89 | 78 |
| 3 | Kuki Zalazarsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 28 | €700k | 89 | 78 |
| 4 | Ozan Tufansimilar↗ | Hull City | 31 | €1.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 5 | Malik Selloukisimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 26 | €1.0m | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Odysseus Velanassimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 28 | €600k | 87 | 77 |
| 7 | Antoine Sekongosimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 22 | €3.9m | 86 | 77 |
| 8 | Miguel Cardososimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 32 | €1.4m | 86 | 79 |
| 9 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 86 | 77 |
| 10 | Rober Gonzálezsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 25 | €600k | 85 | 77 |
| 11 | Sem Steijnsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 25 | €12m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Youssef Mazizsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €900k | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yuki Soma
≈ 100% Yuki Soma · strong: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Yuki Soma · low reliability
≈ 100% Yuki Soma · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Yuki Soma?
By Doppel's fit score, Nicolas Galazzi (Brescia) is the closest profile to Yuki Soma, with a 78/100 overall match. Youssouf Diarra and Kuki Zalazar are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yuki Soma?
Yes. Odysseus Velanas (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yuki Soma?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yuki Soma's 2023/24 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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