Players like Mohamed Salah
RWLiverpool FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMohamed Salah's profile ↗
The players most similar to Mohamed Salah are Jonas Hofmann, Iago Aspas, Ángel Di María. Doppel rates Jonas Hofmann (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) a 88/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Iago Aspas scores 88/100 at about €1.5m. Data as of October 2026.
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Mohamed Salah is an elite attacking winger, renowned for his goal-scoring prowess and playmaking ability. With a top 2% Sofascore rating, he consistently delivers, boasting staggering metrics of 29 goals and 18 assists this season. His exceptional ability to generate chances and convert opportunities makes him a nightmare for defenders, although his defensive contributions are limited. With only 17 games missed over the last three seasons, Salah’s durability adds to his value as a reliable game-changer for Liverpool.
Strengths: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals, Shots. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mohamed Salah
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jonas Hofmannsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | €1.6m | 95 | 88 |
| 2 | Iago Aspassimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 39 | €1.5m | 95 | 88 |
| 3 | Ángel Di Maríasimilar↗ | Rosario Central | 38 | €1.9m | 94 | 88 |
| 4 | Brennan Johnsonsimilar↗ | Everton | 25 | €32m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Antonysimilar↗ | Real Betis | 26 | €37m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | Phil Fodensimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Bukayo Sakasimilar↗ | Arsenal | 25 | €115m | 92 | 83 |
| 10 | Kang-in Leesimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 25 | €30m | 92 | 82 |
| 11 | Michael Olisesimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 25 | €164m | 92 | 82 |
| 12 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 91 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mohamed Salah
≈ 100% Mohamed Salah · strong: Key passes, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Mohamed Salah · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Mohamed Salah · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Mohamed Salah?
Statistically, Jonas Hofmann (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest look-alike to Mohamed Salah — a 88/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Mohamed Salah?
By Doppel's fit score, Jonas Hofmann (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest profile to Mohamed Salah, with a 88/100 overall match. Iago Aspas and Ángel Di María are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mohamed Salah?
Yes. Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo) plays a similar right winger role and rates 88/100 at roughly €1.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mohamed Salah?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Mohamed Salah's 2025/26 season, then ranks right wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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