Players like Zidane Iqbal
CM/CDMFC Utrecht · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitZidane Iqbal's profile ↗
Zidane Iqbal is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for FC Utrecht in the Eredivisie, having made 18 appearances in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Iqbal include Yassine Titraoui from RC Sporting Charleroi, who has a fit score of 83/100, and Nayel Mehssatou from KV Kortrijk, with a fit score of 82/100. Both offer comparable roles and statistical profiles within their respective leagues.
About Zidane Iqbal
Zidane Iqbal is a refined ball-playing midfielder, showcasing his ability to dictate play with precision long balls and accurate final-third passes. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 22% of his peers, he demonstrates quality and vision, even contributing effectively in front of goal. However, his aerial presence is a concern, as he struggles in duels, which can limit his impact in certain situations. Despite some injury setbacks in his career, Iqbal remains a promising 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 | Yassine Titraouisimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 23 | €7.2m | 95 | 83 |
| 2 | Nayel Mehssatousimilar↗ | KV Kortrijk | 24 | €1.5m | 95 | 83 |
| 3 | Marc Domenechsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €700k | 95 | 83 |
| 4 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Yari Verschaerensimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Gabriel Sarasimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €25m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Kees Smitsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 20 | €24m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Imrân Louzasimilar↗ | Watford | 27 | €13m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | João Carvalhosimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 29 | €4.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Luis Hasasimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €4.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Fábio Vieirasimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 26 | €17m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zidane Iqbal
≈ 100% Zidane Iqbal · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Zidane Iqbal · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Zidane Iqbal · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Zidane Iqbal?
By Doppel's fit score, Yassine Titraoui (RC Sporting Charleroi) is the closest profile to Zidane Iqbal, with a 83/100 overall match. Nayel Mehssatou and Marc Domenech are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zidane Iqbal?
Yes. Barry Bannan (Sheffield Wednesday) 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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