Players like Ian Maatsen
LBAston Villa · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIan Maatsen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ian Maatsen are Kassoum Ouattara, Nuno Tavares, Hugo Bueno. Doppel rates Kassoum Ouattara (AS Monaco) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Luca Netz scores 83/100 at about €7.7m. Data as of October 2026.
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Ian Maatsen is a dynamic, attacking left-back known for his exceptional ability to contribute in the final third. With top-tier metrics in successful dribbles, accurate passes, and duels won, he showcases a blend of aggression and creativity that makes him a crucial outlet down the flank. Despite a low overall Sofascore rating, his durability shines through with minimal games missed, indicating a reliable presence on the pitch.
Strengths: Shots, Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ian Maatsen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kassoum Ouattarasimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 22 | €12m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Nuno Tavaressimilar↗ | Lazio | 26 | €13m | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Hugo Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 24 | €13m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Nuno Mendessimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 24 | €77m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Neco Williamssimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 25 | €26m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Luca Netzsimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 23 | €7.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Rayan Aït-Nourisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 25 | €39m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Niels Nkounkousimilar↗ | Nice | 26 | €2.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Emran Soglosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 21 | €800k | 89 | 86 |
| 12 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Millwall | 27 | €5.2m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ian Maatsen
≈ 100% Ian Maatsen · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Ian Maatsen · strong: Successful dribbles, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ian Maatsen · strong: Accurate crosses, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ian Maatsen?
Statistically, Kassoum Ouattara (AS Monaco) is the closest look-alike to Ian Maatsen — a 84/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ian Maatsen?
By Doppel's fit score, Kassoum Ouattara (AS Monaco) is the closest profile to Ian Maatsen, with a 84/100 overall match. Nuno Tavares and Hugo Bueno are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ian Maatsen?
Yes. Luca Netz (Nottingham Forest) plays a similar left back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €7.7m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ian Maatsen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ian Maatsen'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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