Players like Gustavo Sauer
RWÇaykur Rizespor · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitGustavo Sauer's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gustavo Sauer are Mehdi Merghem, Roger Fernandes, Yankuba Minteh. Doppel rates Mehdi Merghem (Bastia) a 78/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mehdi Merghem scores 78/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Gustavo Sauer is a tenacious right winger known for his defensive work rate and ability to contribute in duels. His elite tackling and interception stats showcase his commitment to winning back possession, while his accurate crosses and key passes highlight his capability to create opportunities. Although he has struggled to find the net consistently, his durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable asset for Çaykur Rizespor.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gustavo Sauer
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mehdi Merghemsimilar↗ | Bastia | 29 | €400k | 91 | 78 |
| 2 | Roger Fernandessimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 21 | €19m | 87 | 76 |
| 3 | Yankuba Mintehsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 22 | €42m | 86 | 77 |
| 4 | Romain Del Castillosimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 30 | €6.4m | 84 | 78 |
| 5 | Daan Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 25 | €4.7m | 84 | 78 |
| 6 | Ludovic Blassimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 29 | €9.3m | 84 | 77 |
| 7 | Ilias Akhomachsimilar↗ | Villarreal | 22 | €11m | 83 | 76 |
| 8 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 83 | 79 |
| 9 | Amad Diallosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 24 | €44m | 83 | 76 |
| 10 | Gil Diassimilar↗ | Famalicão | 30 | €2.1m | 82 | 76 |
| 11 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 82 | 77 |
| 12 | Désiré Douésimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 21 | €124m | 81 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gustavo Sauer
≈ 100% Gustavo Sauer · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Gustavo Sauer · strong: Possession won in att. third, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Gustavo Sauer · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gustavo Sauer?
Statistically, Mehdi Merghem (Bastia) is the closest look-alike to Gustavo Sauer — a 78/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Gustavo Sauer?
By Doppel's fit score, Mehdi Merghem (Bastia) is the closest profile to Gustavo Sauer, with a 78/100 overall match. Roger Fernandes and Yankuba Minteh are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gustavo Sauer?
Yes. Mehdi Merghem (Bastia) plays a similar right winger role and rates 78/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gustavo Sauer?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gustavo Sauer'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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