Ainsley Maitland-Niles — stats, profile & similar players (2026)
right back · Olympique Lyonnais · FRA-Ligue 1 · age 29 · €11m
Ainsley Maitland-Niles is a dynamic attacking full-back, excelling in creating chances and winning possession high up the pitch. With a Sofascore rating in the top 46% of his peers, he showcases elite creativity, ranking in the top 10% for xG and xA per 90 minutes. His durability shines through with only six games missed in the last three seasons, making him a reliable asset for any squad. While his finishing could improve, his strengths firmly establish him as a vital contributor to Lyon's attacking play.
Strengths
- xG + xA /90
- Big chances created /90
- Possession won in att. third /90
- Tackles + interceptions /90
Weaknesses
- Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
- Aerial duels won /90
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- What position does Ainsley Maitland-Niles play?
- Ainsley Maitland-Niles plays as a right back for Olympique Lyonnais in the FRA-Ligue 1.
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- Ainsley Maitland-Niles's market value is €11m.
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