Players like Zinedin Smajlović
CBSandefjord Fotball · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitZinedin Smajlović's profile ↗
The players most similar to Zinedin Smajlović are Daley Blind, Syb Van Ottele, Lucas Esquivel. Doppel rates Daley Blind (Girona FC) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Luke Ayling scores 85/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Zinedin Smajlović is a ball-playing centre-back who excels in distribution and contributes offensively, evidenced by his impressive Sofascore rating in the top 1% of his peers. With standout metrics in successful dribbles and accurate long balls, he showcases a unique ability to transition play while also adding goals and assists. His durability is a major asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence at the back.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Successful dribbles, Shots. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Zinedin Smajlović
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daley Blindsimilar↗ | Girona FC | 36 | €1.2m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 93 | 86 |
| 3 | Lucas Esquivelsimilar↗ | Athletico | 25 | €7.2m | 92 | 86 |
| 4 | Marcos Alonsosimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 36 | €1.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Luke Aylingsimilar↗ | Middlesbrough | 35 | €400k | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 91 | 86 |
| 7 | Calvin Verdonksimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 29 | €2.6m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Joško Gvardiolsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 24 | €64m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Joedrick Pupesimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 12 | Amir Murillosimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 30 | €6.6m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Zinedin Smajlović
≈ 100% Zinedin Smajlović · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Zinedin Smajlović · strong: Possession won in att. third, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Zinedin Smajlović · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Zinedin Smajlović?
By Doppel's fit score, Daley Blind (Girona FC) is the closest profile to Zinedin Smajlović, with a 85/100 overall match. Syb Van Ottele and Lucas Esquivel are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Zinedin Smajlović?
Yes. Luke Ayling (Middlesbrough) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Zinedin Smajlović?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Zinedin Smajlović's 2026 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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