Players like Abdoulaye Sissako
CM/CDMSint-Truidense VV · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAbdoulaye Sissako's profile ↗
The players most similar to Abdoulaye Sissako are Ugo Raghouber, Stije Resink, Kevin Appin. Doppel rates Ugo Raghouber (Burnley) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Appin scores 79/100 at about €800k. Data as of November 2026.
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Abdoulaye Sissako is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and strong tackling. His impressive ability to win duels and make clearances positions him as a reliable shield for the backline, while his durability—missing only four games in three seasons—underscores his dependability. Though he may not be a creative force in attack, Sissako's defensive contributions make him a valuable asset in breaking up opposition play and maintaining team structure.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles, Clearances. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Abdoulaye Sissako
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | Burnley | 23 | €2.8m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Stije Resinksimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 23 | €7.6m | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Kevin Appinsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 28 | €800k | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Balthazar Pierretsimilar↗ | Nantes | 26 | €1.5m | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 92 | 81 |
| 6 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 91 | 80 |
| 7 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 24 | €1.4m | 91 | 79 |
| 8 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 21 | €2.1m | 91 | 79 |
| 9 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 91 | 79 |
| 10 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 11 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €1.3m | 90 | 79 |
| 12 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Abdoulaye Sissako
≈ 100% Abdoulaye Sissako · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Abdoulaye Sissako · strong: Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Abdoulaye Sissako · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Abdoulaye Sissako?
Statistically, Ugo Raghouber (Burnley) is the closest look-alike to Abdoulaye Sissako — a 81/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Abdoulaye Sissako?
By Doppel's fit score, Ugo Raghouber (Burnley) is the closest profile to Abdoulaye Sissako, with a 81/100 overall match. Stije Resink and Kevin Appin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Abdoulaye Sissako?
Yes. Kevin Appin (Burgos Club de Fútbol) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Abdoulaye Sissako?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Abdoulaye Sissako's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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