Players like Yan Couto
RM/RBBorussia Dortmund · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYan Couto's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yan Couto are Denso Kasius, Jamie Leweling, Federico Bernardeschi. Doppel rates Denso Kasius (AZ Alkmaar) a 86/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Federico Bernardeschi scores 84/100 at about €3.6m. Data as of September 2026.
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Yan Couto is a dynamic right midfielder/right-back, excelling as an attacking threat with his exceptional dribbling and precise final-third passing. His ability to win possession in the attacking third showcases his proactive approach, making him a valuable asset for Borussia Dortmund. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top 34% of his peers, Couto's durability is a plus, having only missed 10 games in the last three seasons. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his strengths make him a pivotal figure in creating chances and supporting the attack.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yan Couto
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denso Kasiussimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 24 | €5.8m | 96 | 86 |
| 2 | Jamie Lewelingsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 25 | €37m | 95 | 86 |
| 3 | Federico Bernardeschisimilar↗ | Bologna | 32 | €3.6m | 95 | 84 |
| 4 | Ritsu Doansimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 28 | €16m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | Leon Baileysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 29 | €13m | 94 | 86 |
| 6 | Dilane Bakwasimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 24 | €26m | 94 | 87 |
| 7 | João Cancelosimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 32 | €8.6m | 94 | 86 |
| 8 | Luís Henriquesimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €24m | 94 | 86 |
| 9 | Jeremie Frimpongsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 26 | €36m | 93 | 85 |
| 10 | Roger Fernandessimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 21 | €19m | 93 | 87 |
| 11 | Nicolas Pépésimilar↗ | Villarreal | 31 | €6.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 12 | Geny Catamosimilar↗ | Sporting CP | 25 | €27m | 93 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yan Couto
≈ 100% Yan Couto · strong: Accurate crosses, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Yan Couto · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Yan Couto · strong: Shots, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Yan Couto?
By Doppel's fit score, Denso Kasius (AZ Alkmaar) is the closest profile to Yan Couto, with a 86/100 overall match. Jamie Leweling and Federico Bernardeschi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yan Couto?
Yes. Federico Bernardeschi (Bologna) plays a similar right midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €3.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yan Couto?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yan Couto's 2025/26 season, then ranks right midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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