Players like Iddrisu Baba
CM/CDMAlmería · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIddrisu Baba's profile ↗
The players most similar to Iddrisu Baba are Thiago Ojeda, Jesús Álvarez, Ugo Raghouber. Doppel rates Thiago Ojeda (Cultural Leonesa) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Thiago Ojeda scores 82/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Iddrisu Baba is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and clearances, making him a reliable shield in front of the backline. Despite being in the bottom 37% of his positional peers overall, his ability to dominate in the air and contribute defensively stands out. However, his injury record raises concerns about his availability, limiting his impact throughout the season.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Clearances. Availability: 37 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Iddrisu Baba
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Jesús Álvarezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €900k | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 23 | €2.8m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Lecco | 23 | €1.3m | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Kevin Appinsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 28 | €800k | 91 | 78 |
| 6 | Pape Diongsimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 20 | €2.6m | 90 | 78 |
| 7 | Izan Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Granada | 22 | €1.0m | 90 | 77 |
| 8 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Justin Smithsimilar↗ | Sporting Gijón | 23 | €800k | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Ibrahim Fofanasimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €3.2m | 89 | 78 |
| 11 | Javi Villarsimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 23 | €600k | 88 | 77 |
| 12 | Milan Robinsimilar↗ | FC Martigues | 27 | €1.0m | 88 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Iddrisu Baba
≈ 100% Iddrisu Baba · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Iddrisu Baba · strong: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Iddrisu Baba · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Iddrisu Baba?
By Doppel's fit score, Thiago Ojeda (Cultural Leonesa) is the closest profile to Iddrisu Baba, with a 82/100 overall match. Jesús Álvarez and Ugo Raghouber are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Iddrisu Baba?
Yes. Thiago Ojeda (Cultural Leonesa) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Iddrisu Baba?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Iddrisu Baba'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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