Players like Mehdi Merghem
RW/RMBastia · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitMehdi Merghem's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mehdi Merghem are Junya Ito, Yáser Asprilla, Ludovic Blas. Doppel rates Junya Ito (Stade de Reims) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Junya Ito scores 84/100 at about €3.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Mehdi Merghem is an elite right winger known for his precise crossing and playmaking ability, making him a significant threat in the final third. With a top 5% Sofascore rating among his peers, he excels at delivering accurate crosses and key passes, demonstrating his creativity and vision. His durability is impressive, having missed only 13 games over the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch. While not defensively focused, his attacking prowess makes him a valuable asset for any side.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating, Key passes. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mehdi Merghem
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junya Itosimilar↗ | Stade de Reims | 33 | €3.1m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Yáser Asprillasimilar↗ | Watford | 23 | €15m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | Ludovic Blassimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 29 | €9.3m | 94 | 84 |
| 4 | Kang-in Leesimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 25 | €30m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Désiré Douésimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 21 | €124m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | İrfan Can Kahvecisimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 31 | €3.1m | 93 | 82 |
| 7 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 92 | 83 |
| 8 | Matías Soulésimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €36m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Bukayo Sakasimilar↗ | Arsenal | 25 | €115m | 92 | 83 |
| 10 | Michael Olisesimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 25 | €144m | 91 | 82 |
| 11 | Johan Bakayokosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 23 | €19m | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mehdi Merghem
≈ 100% Mehdi Merghem · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Mehdi Merghem · strong: Key passes, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Mehdi Merghem · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mehdi Merghem?
By Doppel's fit score, Junya Ito (Stade de Reims) is the closest profile to Mehdi Merghem, with a 84/100 overall match. Yáser Asprilla and Ludovic Blas are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mehdi Merghem?
Yes. Junya Ito (Stade de Reims) plays a similar right winger role and rates 84/100 at roughly €3.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mehdi Merghem?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mehdi Merghem's 2023/24 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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