Players like Youssouf Fofana
CM/CDMAC Milan · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYoussouf Fofana's profile ↗
The players most similar to Youssouf Fofana are Louis Mouton, Senny Mayulu, Lovro Majer. Doppel rates Louis Mouton (Angers) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Samu scores 86/100 at about €2.4m. Data as of September 2026.
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Youssouf Fofana is a dynamic central midfielder known for his aggressive ball-winning ability and strong presence in the attacking third. His impressive stats place him in the top 3% for possession won in the attacking third, complemented by his effective dribbling and accurate final-third passing, making him a vital link in AC Milan's midfield. With only six games missed over the last three seasons, Fofana's durability further enhances his value as a reliable performer.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Successful dribbles, Touches. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Youssouf Fofana
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Senny Mayulusimilar↗ | Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | €38m | 93 | 87 |
| 3 | Lovro Majersimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 28 | €8.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Kamory Doumbiasimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 23 | €9.8m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Nuno Santossimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 27 | €2.7m | 92 | 87 |
| 7 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Samusimilar↗ | Vizela | 30 | €2.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 9 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Fabian Riedersimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 24 | €11m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Kristian Hlynssonsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 22 | €5.7m | 91 | 88 |
| 12 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 91 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Youssouf Fofana
≈ 100% Youssouf Fofana · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Youssouf Fofana · strong: Possession won in att. third, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Youssouf Fofana · strong: xG + xA, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Youssouf Fofana?
By Doppel's fit score, Louis Mouton (Angers) is the closest profile to Youssouf Fofana, with a 86/100 overall match. Senny Mayulu and Lovro Majer are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Youssouf Fofana?
Yes. Samu (Vizela) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €2.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Youssouf Fofana?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Youssouf Fofana'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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