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 October 2026.
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Zinedin Smajlović is a ball-playing centre-back known for his composure and ability to initiate attacks from the back. With a top 1% Sofascore rating, he showcases elite quality, demonstrating impressive successful dribbles and accurate long balls that elevate his team's play. Remarkably durable, he has missed no games in the last three seasons, further solidifying his reliability. While his defensive metrics may not stand out, his offensive contributions make him a standout in his role.
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↗ | Lille | 29 | €2.6m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Joško Gvardiolsimilar↗ | Manchester City | 24 | €64m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Joedrick Pupesimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 29 | €1.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 12 | Lutsharel Geertruidasimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 26 | €22m | 89 | 85 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Zinedin Smajlović?
Statistically, Daley Blind (Girona FC) is the closest look-alike to Zinedin Smajlović — a 85/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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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