Players like Ryan Sanusi
CM/CDMK. Beerschot V.A. · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitRyan Sanusi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ryan Sanusi are Jason Knight, Beñat Gerenabarrena, Youri Regeer. Doppel rates Jason Knight (Bristol City) a 78/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Beñat Gerenabarrena scores 82/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Ryan Sanusi is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial dominance and reliability in the middle of the park. Ranking in the top 30% of his positional peers, he excels in aerial duels, showcasing his strength and presence. While he contributes effectively to the attack with solid finishing, his injury history raises concerns about his availability, having missed significant game time in recent seasons. Nevertheless, when fit, Sanusi is a formidable asset with a keen ability to control the game from deep.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Touches. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ryan Sanusi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jason Knightsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 25 | €6.4m | 91 | 78 |
| 2 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 87 | 78 |
| 7 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 86 | 79 |
| 9 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 32 | €900k | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 85 | 79 |
| 11 | Rolando Mandragorasimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €8.6m | 85 | 79 |
| 12 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ryan Sanusi
≈ 100% Ryan Sanusi · strong: Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Ryan Sanusi · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Ryan Sanusi · strong: Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ryan Sanusi?
Statistically, Jason Knight (Bristol City) is the closest look-alike to Ryan Sanusi — a 78/100 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 Ryan Sanusi?
By Doppel's fit score, Jason Knight (Bristol City) is the closest profile to Ryan Sanusi, with a 78/100 overall match. Beñat Gerenabarrena and Youri Regeer are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ryan Sanusi?
Yes. Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ryan Sanusi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ryan Sanusi'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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