Players like Fernando Niño
STElche · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFernando Niño's profile ↗
The players most similar to Fernando Niño are Issa Soumaré, Thijs Dallinga, Makhtar Gueye. Doppel rates Issa Soumaré (Stade Rennais) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Makhtar Gueye scores 82/100 at about €1.8m. Data as of October 2026.
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Fernando Niño is a robust, aerially dominant striker who excels in physical duels and defensive contributions, making him a unique asset up front. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 35% of his peers, his ability to win headers and engage in challenges stands out, showcasing his all-around effectiveness. Notably durable, having missed no matches in the last three seasons, he combines reliability with impactful presence, although his playmaking and shot volume could use improvement.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Fernando Niño
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Issa Soumarésimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 26 | €8.4m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Thijs Dallingasimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 26 | €9.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Makhtar Gueyesimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €1.8m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Kyle Josephsimilar↗ | Hull City | 25 | €5.8m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Bruny Nsimbasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 26 | €2.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 6 | Igor Thiagosimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €68m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Cyle Larinsimilar↗ | Southampton | 31 | €2.6m | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Kevin Schadesimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €36m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Jorge Pascualsimilar↗ | Granada | 23 | €1.7m | 89 | 79 |
| 10 | Yadaly Diabysimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 26 | €1.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 11 | Álvaro Moratasimilar↗ | Como | 34 | €6.2m | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Moussa Soumanosimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 21 | €800k | 89 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fernando Niño
≈ 100% Fernando Niño · strong: Aerial duels won %, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Fernando Niño · strong: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Fernando Niño · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Fernando Niño?
Statistically, Issa Soumaré (Stade Rennais) is the closest look-alike to Fernando Niño — a 83/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Fernando Niño?
By Doppel's fit score, Issa Soumaré (Stade Rennais) is the closest profile to Fernando Niño, with a 83/100 overall match. Thijs Dallinga and Makhtar Gueye are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Fernando Niño?
Yes. Makhtar Gueye (Blackburn Rovers) plays a similar striker role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Fernando Niño?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Fernando Niño's 2025/26 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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