Players like Faisal Al-Ghamdi
CM/CDMK. Beerschot V.A. · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitFaisal Al-Ghamdi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Faisal Al-Ghamdi are Matias Galarza, Hicham Boudaoui, Rocco Reitz. Doppel rates Matias Galarza (CA Talleres) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ayoni Santos scores 81/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of November 2026.
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Faisal Al-Ghamdi is a robust central midfielder known for his defensive prowess and ball-winning capabilities. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 38% of his peers, he excels in tackles and interceptions, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposition play effectively. His successful dribbles and accurate final-third passes further underline his versatility, making him a reliable asset in midfield. Despite a lower scoring output, his durability—missing only 17 games over three seasons—highlights his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Successful dribbles, Clearances. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Faisal Al-Ghamdi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Hicham Boudaouisimilar↗ | Nice | 27 | €11m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 24 | €22m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Curtis Jonessimilar↗ | Inter | 25 | €33m | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Alex Scottsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 23 | €53m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Alexander Prasssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 25 | €8.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Ayoni Santossimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 21 | €2.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Faisal Al-Ghamdi
≈ 100% Faisal Al-Ghamdi · strong: Duels won, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Faisal Al-Ghamdi · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Faisal Al-Ghamdi · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Faisal Al-Ghamdi?
Statistically, Matias Galarza (CA Talleres) is the closest look-alike to Faisal Al-Ghamdi — a 81/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Faisal Al-Ghamdi?
By Doppel's fit score, Matias Galarza (CA Talleres) is the closest profile to Faisal Al-Ghamdi, with a 81/100 overall match. Hicham Boudaoui and Rocco Reitz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Faisal Al-Ghamdi?
Yes. Ayoni Santos (PSV Eindhoven) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Faisal Al-Ghamdi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Faisal Al-Ghamdi's 2024/25 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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