Players like Yan Couto
RM/RBComo · 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, Luis Rioja scores 87/100 at about €1.9m. Data as of October 2026.
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Yan Couto is a dynamic right midfielder/right-back known for his exceptional dribbling ability and attacking prowess. Ranking in the top 28% of his positional peers, he excels with a remarkable number of successful dribbles and impactful contributions in the final third, evidenced by his 8 assists this season. With only 10 games missed over the last three seasons, Couto has proven to be a reliable asset, showcasing his durability alongside his attacking flair.
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 | 85 |
| 4 | Ritsu Doansimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 28 | €16m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | Dilane Bakwasimilar↗ | Lille | 24 | €26m | 94 | 89 |
| 6 | Leon Baileysimilar↗ | Olympiacos FC | 29 | €13m | 94 | 86 |
| 7 | Luis Riojasimilar↗ | Valencia | 33 | €1.9m | 94 | 87 |
| 8 | João Cancelosimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 32 | €8.6m | 94 | 86 |
| 9 | Luís Henriquesimilar↗ | Inter | 25 | €24m | 94 | 86 |
| 10 | Jeremie Frimpongsimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 26 | €36m | 93 | 85 |
| 11 | Roger Fernandessimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 21 | €19m | 93 | 87 |
| 12 | Nicolas Pépésimilar↗ | Villarreal | 31 | €6.6m | 93 | 86 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Yan Couto?
Statistically, Denso Kasius (AZ Alkmaar) is the closest look-alike to Yan Couto — a 86/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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. Luis Rioja (Valencia) plays a similar right midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €1.9m.
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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