Who should replace Ismael Saibari?
CM/CAMFC Bayern München · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsmael Saibari's profile ↗
Ismael Saibari is a central midfielder/attacking midfielder for FC Bayern München in the Bundesliga. For those seeking the best replacement for Saibari, Kenan Yıldız from Juventus stands out with a fit score of 88/100, while Mason Greenwood of Olympique de Marseille offers a strong alternative with a fit score of 87/100. Both players excel in similar roles and could effectively fill the void left by Saibari.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mason Greenwoodsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 25 | €53m | 97 | 87 |
| 2 | Ademola Lookmansimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 29 | €44m | 97 | 86 |
| 3 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 97 | 88 |
| 4 | Giorgian de Arrascaetasimilar↗ | Flamengo | 32 | €15m | 97 | 86 |
| 5 | Phil Fodensimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 96 | 86 |
| 6 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 96 | 88 |
| 7 | Paulo Dybalasimilar↗ | AS Roma | 33 | €5.2m | 96 | 86 |
| 8 | Rodrigo Zalazarsimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 27 | €32m | 96 | 85 |
| 9 | Christian Pulišićsimilar↗ | AC Milan | 28 | €43m | 96 | 86 |
| 10 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 96 | 87 |
| 11 | Justin Kluivertsimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 27 | €24m | 95 | 87 |
| 12 | Rayan Cherkisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 23 | €98m | 95 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ismael Saibari
≈ 100% Ismael Saibari · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Ismael Saibari · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ismael Saibari · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ismael Saibari?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Mason Greenwood (Olympique de Marseille) does the closest job to Ismael Saibari, at 97/100 on profile. Ademola Lookman and Kenan Yıldız follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Ismael Saibari?
Yes — Paulo Dybala (AS Roma) plays a similar central midfielder role at roughly €5.2m, a 86/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Ismael Saibari?
Doppel learns Ismael Saibari's role profile from his 2025/26 season and ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they do the same job, adjusted for league strength.
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