Players like Ismael Kandouss
CB/RBKAA Gent · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsmael Kandouss's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ismael Kandouss are Emre Can, Ismaelo Ganiou, Emmanuel Kakou. Doppel rates Emre Can (Borussia Dortmund) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thomas Meunier scores 82/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Ismael Kandouss is a reliable ball-playing centre-back, excelling in distributing accurate long balls and winning duels, making him a solid presence in both defensive and build-up phases. With a Sofascore rating in the top 40% of his positional peers, he showcases his quality through precise final-third passes and strong aerial ability. His durability stands out, having missed just five games in the last three seasons, reinforcing his status as a dependable asset for KAA Gent.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Duels won, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ismael Kandouss
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emre Cansimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 32 | €3.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Axel Disasisimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €16m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Thomas Meuniersimilar↗ | Sunderland | 35 | €1.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 9 | Terry Devlinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 23 | €3.9m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Lucas Martínez Quartasimilar↗ | River Plate | 30 | €4.1m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ismael Kandouss
≈ 100% Ismael Kandouss · strong: Touches, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Ismael Kandouss · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Ismael Kandouss · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ismael Kandouss?
Statistically, Emre Can (Borussia Dortmund) is the closest look-alike to Ismael Kandouss — a 83/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ismael Kandouss?
By Doppel's fit score, Emre Can (Borussia Dortmund) is the closest profile to Ismael Kandouss, with a 83/100 overall match. Ismaelo Ganiou and Emmanuel Kakou are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ismael Kandouss?
Yes. Thomas Meunier (Sunderland) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ismael Kandouss?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ismael Kandouss's 2023/24 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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