Players like Zaidu Sanusi
LBFC Porto · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitZaidu Sanusi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Zaidu Sanusi are Mortadha Ben Ouanes, Alfie Doughty, David Raum. Doppel rates Mortadha Ben Ouanes (Kasımpaşa) a 85/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mortadha Ben Ouanes scores 85/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Zaidu Sanusi is an aggressive, front-foot left-back who excels in winning possession in the attacking third and making key passes, marking him as a vital asset in both defensive solidity and offensive transitions. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 30% of his peers, his aerial prowess and goal contributions enhance his overall quality. However, his injury history raises concerns about availability, making his durability a crucial factor for consistent impact in the lineup.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won %, Key passes. Availability: 43 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Zaidu Sanusi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mortadha Ben Ouanessimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €1.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Millwall | 27 | €5.2m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Ismail Jakobssimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 27 | €8.7m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Sergio Gómezsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 26 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 29 | €3.7m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 20 | €11m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Matheus Bidusimilar↗ | Corinthians | 27 | €7.3m | 91 | 83 |
| 9 | Maximiliano Araújosimilar↗ | Sporting CP | 26 | €32m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 90 | 87 |
| 11 | Romain Perraudsimilar↗ | Lille | 29 | €6.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Nolan Gillotsimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 24 | €500k | 90 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zaidu Sanusi
≈ 100% Zaidu Sanusi · strong: Possession won in att. third, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Zaidu Sanusi · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Zaidu Sanusi · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Zaidu Sanusi?
Statistically, Mortadha Ben Ouanes (Kasımpaşa) is the closest look-alike to Zaidu Sanusi — a 85/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Zaidu Sanusi?
By Doppel's fit score, Mortadha Ben Ouanes (Kasımpaşa) is the closest profile to Zaidu Sanusi, with a 85/100 overall match. Alfie Doughty and David Raum are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zaidu Sanusi?
Yes. Mortadha Ben Ouanes (Kasımpaşa) plays a similar left back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Zaidu Sanusi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Zaidu Sanusi'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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