Players like Souffian El Karouani
LBFC Utrecht · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSouffian El Karouani's profile ↗
The players most similar to Souffian El Karouani are Sergio Gómez, Nazinho, Matthieu Udol. Doppel rates Sergio Gómez (Real Sociedad) a 87/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maximilian Wittek scores 88/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Souffian El Karouani is an elite attacking left-back, excelling in creating opportunities with his pinpoint crosses and key passes. With a Sofascore rating in the top 2% of his peers, he consistently contributes to the attack, evidenced by his 8 assists this season. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only one game in three seasons, making him a reliable presence on the flank. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his offensive prowess firmly establishes him as a standout performer in the Eredivisie.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Key passes, Sofascore rating. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Souffian El Karouani
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sergio Gómezsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 26 | €15m | 95 | 87 |
| 2 | Nazinhosimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.6m | 94 | 89 |
| 3 | Matthieu Udolsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 30 | €7.7m | 94 | 87 |
| 4 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 27 | €5.2m | 94 | 87 |
| 5 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 94 | 85 |
| 6 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 94 | 88 |
| 7 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Andrea Cambiasosimilar↗ | Juventus | 26 | €21m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 93 | 88 |
| 10 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 93 | 88 |
| 11 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 93 | 88 |
| 12 | Valentín Barcosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €44m | 93 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Souffian El Karouani
≈ 100% Souffian El Karouani · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Souffian El Karouani · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Souffian El Karouani · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Souffian El Karouani?
By Doppel's fit score, Sergio Gómez (Real Sociedad) is the closest profile to Souffian El Karouani, with a 87/100 overall match. Nazinho and Matthieu Udol are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Souffian El Karouani?
Yes. Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar left back role and rates 88/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Souffian El Karouani?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Souffian El Karouani'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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