Players like Samu Sáiz
CAM/STEyüpspor · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamu Sáiz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Samu Sáiz are Giuseppe Sibilli, Albert Guðmundsson, Oscar Gloukh. Doppel rates Giuseppe Sibilli (Bari) a 79/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Giuseppe Sibilli scores 79/100 at about €400k. Data as of November 2026.
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Samu Sáiz is a dynamic attacking midfielder known for his playmaking flair and goal-scoring ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 15% of his peers, he excels in delivering accurate long balls and creating key chances, making him a potent offensive threat. However, his injury history raises concerns about durability, as he has missed a significant number of games recently. Despite this, his aerial prowess and successful dribbles highlight his versatility and skill in the final third.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won %, Key passes. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Samu Sáiz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giuseppe Sibillisimilar↗ | Bari | 30 | €400k | 91 | 79 |
| 2 | Albert Guðmundssonsimilar↗ | Lazio | 29 | €11m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Oscar Gloukhsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 22 | €13m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Peio Canalessimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 21 | €9.7m | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Federico Chiesasimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 29 | €12m | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Donyell Malensimilar↗ | AS Roma | 27 | €48m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Jakob Breumsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €5.5m | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Rayan Cherkisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 23 | €98m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Hamed Junior Traorèsimilar↗ | Genoa | 26 | €14m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Sofiane Diopsimilar↗ | Nice | 26 | €14m | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Matías Fernández-Pardosimilar↗ | Lille | 21 | €38m | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samu Sáiz
≈ 100% Samu Sáiz · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Samu Sáiz · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Samu Sáiz · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Samu Sáiz?
Statistically, Giuseppe Sibilli (Bari) is the closest look-alike to Samu Sáiz — a 79/100 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 Samu Sáiz?
By Doppel's fit score, Giuseppe Sibilli (Bari) is the closest profile to Samu Sáiz, with a 79/100 overall match. Albert Guðmundsson and Oscar Gloukh are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Samu Sáiz?
Yes. Giuseppe Sibilli (Bari) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Samu Sáiz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Samu Sáiz's 2024/25 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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