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Al Shorta· 2025/2026 · AFC Champions League Elite · PARTIAL

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DefenderIraq29yN/AFull profile →

Ball-Playing CBAerialSmall Sample

0.86Tkl/90

0.00KP/90

Based on 540 min · 2025/2026 · AFC Champions League Elite · PARTIAL

Ranked by AI DNA similarity — playing style, pressing, and tactical fit. Below: the closest replacements with per-90 stats and form.

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Top 3 alternatives to Manaf Younis

Martin Ens87% match
Verl · Bundesliga
Alexandre Coeff86% match
Valenciennes · Ligue 1
Antonis Aidonis

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Playing Style Analysis

Ball-Playing CBAerialSmall Sample

A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as commanding in the air (6.0 clearances/90), meticulous in distribution (86% pass accuracy) and uses long balls frequently (5.2/90). Note: this profile is based on 540 minutes of playing time this season. The three closest DNA matches to Manaf Younis:

Martin Ens(87% match) — Martin Ens is a Ball-Playing CB. Progressive defender comfortable on the ball.
Alexandre Coeff(86% match) — A Ball-Playing CB. Statistically, he stands out as a reliable supplier (0.15 assists/90) and commanding in the air (5.4 clearances/90).
Antonis Aidonis(86% match) — Antonis Aidonis is a Ball-Playing CB. Progressive defender comfortable on the ball.

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Comparison Base

Manaf Younis

DefenderIraqAFC Champions League EliteN/A

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Similar Players — Ranked by DNA Similarity

Verl · Bundesliga

Ball-Playing CBBall-Playing

vs Younis: 5y younger

87% match

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the best alternatives to Manaf Younis?▼

The top alternatives to Manaf Younis based on AI DNA playing style analysis include: Martin Ens, Alexandre Coeff, Antonis Aidonis, Yoan Koré, Mamadou Sakho. These players were matched using Rising Transfers' 768-dimension DNA model across playing style, pressing intensity, and tactical fit — not just position or market value.

Which players are similar to Manaf Younis in 2026?▼

Players with a similar profile to Manaf Younis in 2026 include Martin Ens (N/A), Alexandre Coeff (N/A), Antonis Aidonis (N/A). For a deeper DNA-level comparison including playing style, physical attributes, and tactical fit, ask Rising Transfers' AI directly.

What position does Manaf Younis play and who plays similarly?▼

Manaf Younis plays as a Defender. Players with a comparable positional profile include Martin Ens (Germany, N/A); Alexandre Coeff (France, N/A); Antonis Aidonis (Germany, N/A); Yoan Koré (France, N/A).

How does Rising Transfers find similar players?▼

Rising Transfers uses a proprietary 768-dimension Player DNA model trained on 3.2 million match events. Each player is represented as a vector across 35+ per-90 metrics including pressing intensity, passing footprint, dribbling profile, and defensive contribution. Similarity is measured using cosine distance — the same technique used in state-of-the-art AI systems — making it the most precise player comparison tool available publicly.

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