Moussa Niakhaté — stats, profile & similar players (2026)
centre back · Olympique Lyonnais · FRA-Ligue 1 · age 30 · €15m
Moussa Niakhaté is a commanding, ball-winning centre-back who excels in aerial duels and defensive clearances, making him a critical presence in any backline. With a Sofascore rating in the top 19% of his peers, his durability shines through, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While he may not contribute significantly in attack, his ability to dominate defensively and maintain possession under pressure solidifies his role as a reliable defensive anchor for Olympique Lyonnais.
Strengths
- Touches /90
- Clearances /90
- Aerial duels won /90
- Aerial duels won %
Weaknesses
- Shots /90
- Non-penalty goals /90
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- Moussa Niakhaté plays as a centre back for Olympique Lyonnais in the FRA-Ligue 1.
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- Moussa Niakhaté's market value is €15m.
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