Players like Rufai Mohammed
CBIF Elfsborg · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitRufai Mohammed's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rufai Mohammed are Nicolas Cozza, Mertcan Ayhan, Timo Becker. Doppel rates Nicolas Cozza (Nantes) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Peersman scores 85/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Rufai Mohammed is an aggressive, front-foot centre-back with a knack for dominating aerial duels, evidenced by his top 5% ranking in aerial duels won. At just 20, he’s already making his mark in the Allsvenskan, boasting a strong Sofascore rating that places him in the top 46% of his peers. With impressive contributions in the air and a surprising ability to dribble successfully, he’s a durable and reliable presence, having missed no games over the last three seasons.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Successful dribbles, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rufai Mohammed
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nicolas Cozzasimilar↗ | Nantes | 27 | €2.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Mertcan Ayhansimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 20 | €8.2m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Timo Beckersimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 29 | €1.5m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Ameen Al-Dakhilsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 24 | €3.1m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Marvin Peersmansimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 35 | €200k | 89 | 85 |
| 6 | Tristan Gooijersimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €1.4m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Carlo Faedosimilar↗ | Padova | 27 | €700k | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Zak Sturgesimilar↗ | Millwall | 22 | €3.9m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Kelvin Amiansimilar↗ | Nantes | 28 | €2.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Joedrick Pupesimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 29 | €1.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rufai Mohammed
≈ 100% Rufai Mohammed · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Rufai Mohammed · strong: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Rufai Mohammed · strong: Big chances created, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rufai Mohammed?
Statistically, Nicolas Cozza (Nantes) is the closest look-alike to Rufai Mohammed — a 84/100 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 Rufai Mohammed?
By Doppel's fit score, Nicolas Cozza (Nantes) is the closest profile to Rufai Mohammed, with a 84/100 overall match. Mertcan Ayhan and Timo Becker are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rufai Mohammed?
Yes. Marvin Peersman (SC Telstar) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rufai Mohammed?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rufai Mohammed'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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