Players like Ibrahima Sory Bangoura
CM/CDMKRC Genk · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIbrahima Sory Bangoura's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ibrahima Sory Bangoura are Jocelyn Janneh, Ibrahim Fofana, Noah Mbamba. Doppel rates Jocelyn Janneh (Bastia) a 81/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Allan Ackra scores 79/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ibrahima Sory Bangoura is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in tackles and interceptions, making him a formidable presence in the heart of the pitch. Despite his limited offensive contributions, his aerial prowess and strong duel success rate highlight his value in disrupting opposition play. With just eight games missed in three seasons, he proves to be a reliable asset for KRC Genk, even if his overall quality currently sits in the bottom 35% of his positional peers.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won %, Duels won. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ibrahima Sory Bangoura
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Allan Ackrasimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 6 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Darko Gyabisimilar↗ | Hull City | 22 | €1.9m | 89 | 76 |
| 8 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 21 | €2.1m | 89 | 78 |
| 9 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €1.3m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Abdoulaye Kantésimilar↗ | Al-Ettifaq | 21 | €4.7m | 88 | 77 |
| 12 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 88 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ibrahima Sory Bangoura
≈ 100% Ibrahima Sory Bangoura · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Ibrahima Sory Bangoura · low reliability
≈ 100% Ibrahima Sory Bangoura · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ibrahima Sory Bangoura?
Statistically, Jocelyn Janneh (Bastia) is the closest look-alike to Ibrahima Sory Bangoura — a 81/100 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 Ibrahima Sory Bangoura?
By Doppel's fit score, Jocelyn Janneh (Bastia) is the closest profile to Ibrahima Sory Bangoura, with a 81/100 overall match. Ibrahim Fofana and Noah Mbamba are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ibrahima Sory Bangoura?
Yes. Allan Ackra (Clermont Foot) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ibrahima Sory Bangoura?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ibrahima Sory Bangoura'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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