Players like Zidane Iqbal
CM/CDMFC Utrecht · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitZidane Iqbal's profile ↗
The players most similar to Zidane Iqbal are Nayel Mehssatou, Marc Domenech, Barry Bannan. Doppel rates Nayel Mehssatou (Standard Liège) a 83/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Barry Bannan scores 82/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Zidane Iqbal is a versatile central midfielder with a knack for dictating play from deep, leveraging his accuracy in long balls and final-third passes to unlock defenses. With a Sofascore rating in the top 24% of his peers, he showcases quality and composure, contributing effectively in the attacking phase with his finishing prowess. However, his aerial duels are a concern, highlighting a need for improvement in physical contests. Despite some injury setbacks, his ability to create from midfield makes him a valuable asset for FC Utrecht.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 33 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Zidane Iqbal
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nayel Mehssatousimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 24 | €1.5m | 95 | 83 |
| 2 | Marc Domenechsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €700k | 95 | 83 |
| 3 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Millwall | 37 | €200k | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Yari Verschaerensimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Gabriel Sarasimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 27 | €25m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Kees Smitsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 20 | €24m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Imrân Louzasimilar↗ | Watford | 27 | €13m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | João Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 29 | €4.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Luis Hasasimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €4.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Fábio Vieirasimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 26 | €17m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zidane Iqbal
≈ 100% Zidane Iqbal · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Zidane Iqbal · low reliability
≈ 100% Zidane Iqbal · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Zidane Iqbal?
Statistically, Nayel Mehssatou (Standard Liège) is the closest look-alike to Zidane Iqbal — a 83/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Zidane Iqbal?
By Doppel's fit score, Nayel Mehssatou (Standard Liège) is the closest profile to Zidane Iqbal, with a 83/100 overall match. Marc Domenech and Barry Bannan are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zidane Iqbal?
Yes. Barry Bannan (Millwall) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Zidane Iqbal?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Zidane Iqbal's 2024/25 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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