Players like Aliou Badji
STRed Star FC · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitAliou Badji's profile ↗
The players most similar to Aliou Badji are Makhtar Gueye, Dino Islamović, Kyle Joseph. Doppel rates Makhtar Gueye (RWDM Brussels) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dino Islamović scores 78/100 at about €500k. Data as of August 2026.
About Aliou Badji
Aliou Badji is a robust target man, excelling in aerial duels and defensive contributions, making him a key asset in both attacking and defensive phases. With a Sofascore rating in the top 32% of his peers, he showcases his quality through impressive clearances and aerial prowess, helping to dominate set pieces. While his involvement in the final third could improve, his durability is a significant asset, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, ensuring his reliability for Red Star FC.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Aliou Badji
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Makhtar Gueyesimilar↗ | RWDM Brussels | 29 | €1.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Dino Islamovićsimilar↗ | Kalmar FF | 32 | €500k | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Kyle Josephsimilar↗ | Hull City | 25 | €5.8m | 91 | 79 |
| 4 | Alvaro Garcia-Pascualsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 24 | €1.3m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Jamie Vardysimilar↗ | Leicester City | 39 | €1.0m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Nacho Ferrisimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 22 | €6.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Sem van Duijnsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 22 | €700k | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Omar Sadiksimilar↗ | Pau FC | 22 | €800k | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Vakoun Issouf Bayosimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €2.6m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Moussa Soumanosimilar↗ | Ajaccio | 21 | €800k | 88 | 78 |
| 11 | Paul Onuachusimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 32 | €6.2m | 88 | 78 |
| 12 | Ousmane Camarasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 25 | €2.6m | 88 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Aliou Badji
≈ 100% Aliou Badji · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Aliou Badji · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Aliou Badji · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Aliou Badji?
By Doppel's fit score, Makhtar Gueye (RWDM Brussels) is the closest profile to Aliou Badji, with a 83/100 overall match. Dino Islamović and Kyle Joseph are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Aliou Badji?
Yes. Dino Islamović (Kalmar FF) plays a similar striker role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Aliou Badji?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Aliou Badji's 2024/25 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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