Players like Abdoulay Diaby
RW/STPendikspor · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitAbdoulay Diaby's profile ↗
Abdoulay Diaby is a right winger/striker for Pendikspor in the Turkish Super Lig, with 12 appearances, 1 goal, and 1 assist in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Diaby include Jan Mlakar from Pisa, who has a fit score of 78/100, and Fernando Niño from Burgos Club de Fútbol, with a fit score of 77/100. Both players demonstrate comparable roles and statistical profiles to Diaby.
About Abdoulay Diaby
Abdoulay Diaby is a versatile right winger who excels in delivering accurate crosses and long balls, showcasing his ability to create scoring opportunities despite limited goal contributions. With a solid defensive work rate reflected in his tackles and interceptions, he brings a well-rounded skill set to the attack, although his impact in creating big chances remains a concern. At 35, his durability is notable, having missed only a few games over the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Tackles + interceptions, Accurate long balls. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Abdoulay Diaby
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan Mlakarsimilar↗ | Pisa | 28 | €800k | 91 | 78 |
| 2 | Fernando Niñosimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 26 | €1.8m | 90 | 77 |
| 3 | Jorge Pascualsimilar↗ | Villarreal B U23 | 23 | €1.7m | 89 | 79 |
| 4 | Agustín Álvarezsimilar↗ | Elche | 25 | €1.8m | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Felix Tomisimilar↗ | Bastia | 26 | €600k | 88 | 79 |
| 6 | Antonio Sanabriasimilar↗ | Torino | 30 | €1.6m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Alvaro Garcia-Pascualsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 24 | €1.3m | 87 | 78 |
| 8 | Bruny Nsimbasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 26 | €2.4m | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Johan Gomezsimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 25 | €700k | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Akor Adamssimilar↗ | Montpellier | 26 | €15m | 86 | 79 |
| 11 | Aaron Biboutsimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €3.6m | 85 | 80 |
| 12 | Makhtar Gueyesimilar↗ | RWDM Brussels | 29 | €1.8m | 85 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Abdoulay Diaby
≈ 100% Abdoulay Diaby · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Abdoulay Diaby · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Abdoulay Diaby · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Abdoulay Diaby?
By Doppel's fit score, Jan Mlakar (Pisa) is the closest profile to Abdoulay Diaby, with a 78/100 overall match. Fernando Niño and Jorge Pascual are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Abdoulay Diaby?
Yes. Felix Tomi (Bastia) plays a similar right winger role and rates 79/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Abdoulay Diaby?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Abdoulay Diaby's 2024/25 season, then ranks right wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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