Who should replace Faouzi Ghoulam?
LBHatayspor · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitFaouzi Ghoulam's profile ↗
Faouzi Ghoulam is a left-back for Hatayspor in the Turkish Super Lig, having made 21 appearances in the 2023/24 season, contributing 1 goal and 2 assists. For those seeking the best replacement for Ghoulam, Boy Kemper from NAC Breda offers a tactical fit score of 86/100, while Leif Davis from Ipswich Town follows closely with a fit score of 84/100. These players provide similar defensive capabilities and attacking support, making them strong alternatives.
Best replacements for Faouzi Ghoulam
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 92 | 86 |
| 2 | Leif Davissimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 27 | €21m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Lucas Dignesimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €5.5m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 32 | €800k | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Wendellsimilar↗ | FC Porto | 33 | €1.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Mortadha Ben Ouanessimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €1.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 90 | 87 |
| 8 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 90 | 86 |
| 9 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 90 | 86 |
| 10 | Alex Tellessimilar↗ | Botafogo | 34 | €2.9m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Harrison Burrowssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 24 | €9.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Francisco Mourasimilar↗ | Famalicão | 27 | €8.5m | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Faouzi Ghoulam
≈ 100% Faouzi Ghoulam · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Faouzi Ghoulam · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Faouzi Ghoulam · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Faouzi Ghoulam?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Boy Kemper (NAC Breda) does the closest job to Faouzi Ghoulam, at 92/100 on profile. Leif Davis and Lucas Digne follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Faouzi Ghoulam?
Yes — Tim Handwerker (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar left back role at roughly €600k, a 86/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Faouzi Ghoulam?
Doppel learns Faouzi Ghoulam's role profile from his 2023/24 season and ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they do the same job, adjusted for league strength.
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