Players like Sami Lahssaini
CM/CDMRAAL La Louvière · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSami Lahssaini's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sami Lahssaini are Max Marie, Jandro Orellana, Jessy Deminguet. Doppel rates Max Marie (Eintracht Braunschweig) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Antonio Pacheco scores 80/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Sami Lahssaini is a reliable deep-lying midfielder known for his exceptional ability to deliver accurate long balls, ranking in the top 18% among his positional peers. His solid Sofascore rating reflects his overall quality, making him a valuable asset in the center of the pitch. While he may not contribute significantly to goal creation, his durability and consistent presence—missing only 10 games in three seasons—make him a dependable choice for any midfield.
Strengths: Accurate long balls. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sami Lahssaini
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Mariesimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 22 | €1.7m | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 26 | €1.0m | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Jessy Deminguetsimilar↗ | Metz | 28 | €2.2m | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Antonio Pachecosimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 24 | €700k | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Jocelyn Jannehsimilar↗ | Bastia | 24 | €800k | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Giovanni Haagsimilar↗ | Lion City Sailors | 26 | €1.9m | 92 | 79 |
| 7 | Sam Sannasimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 27 | €700k | 91 | 79 |
| 8 | Aimar Shersimilar↗ | Sarpsborg 08 | 24 | €1.4m | 91 | 80 |
| 9 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €1.3m | 91 | 79 |
| 10 | Balthazar Pierretsimilar↗ | Nantes | 26 | €1.5m | 91 | 79 |
| 11 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | Burnley | 23 | €2.8m | 91 | 79 |
| 12 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €4.1m | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sami Lahssaini
≈ 100% Sami Lahssaini · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Sami Lahssaini · strong: Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Sami Lahssaini · strong: Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sami Lahssaini?
Statistically, Max Marie (Eintracht Braunschweig) is the closest look-alike to Sami Lahssaini — a 79/100 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 Sami Lahssaini?
By Doppel's fit score, Max Marie (Eintracht Braunschweig) is the closest profile to Sami Lahssaini, with a 79/100 overall match. Jandro Orellana and Jessy Deminguet are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sami Lahssaini?
Yes. Antonio Pacheco (Albacete Balompié) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sami Lahssaini?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sami Lahssaini'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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