Players like Souleymane Faye
ST/LWLorient · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSouleymane Faye's profile ↗
The players most similar to Souleymane Faye are Antoine Colassin, Ange-Yoan Bonny, Ferran Jutglà. Doppel rates Antoine Colassin (RC Sporting Charleroi) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Willian scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Souleymane Faye is a creative forward, operating primarily as a striker or left winger, known for his ability to generate big chances for teammates. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 28% of his peers, he showcases impressive playmaking skills, evidenced by his strong assist tally. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option for any squad. While his goal-scoring metrics could improve, his vision and creativity make him a valuable contributor in the final third.
Strengths: Big chances created, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Souleymane Faye
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antoine Colassinsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 25 | €600k | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Ange-Yoan Bonnysimilar↗ | Inter | 23 | €34m | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Ferran Jutglàsimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 27 | €11m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Jón Dagur Þórsteinssonsimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 28 | €800k | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Williansimilar↗ | Grêmio | 38 | €400k | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Bruny Nsimbasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 26 | €2.4m | 91 | 80 |
| 7 | Julio Encisosimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 22 | €24m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Nordine Kandilsimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 25 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Raúl Morosimilar↗ | Osasuna | 24 | €3.3m | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Wesley Saïdsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 31 | €5.3m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Franjo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 23 | €15m | 89 | 86 |
| 12 | Arijon Ibrahimovićsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 21 | €11m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Souleymane Faye
≈ 100% Souleymane Faye · strong: Accurate long balls, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Souleymane Faye · low reliability
≈ 100% Souleymane Faye · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Souleymane Faye?
Statistically, Antoine Colassin (RC Sporting Charleroi) is the closest look-alike to Souleymane Faye — a 80/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Souleymane Faye?
By Doppel's fit score, Antoine Colassin (RC Sporting Charleroi) is the closest profile to Souleymane Faye, with a 80/100 overall match. Ange-Yoan Bonny and Ferran Jutglà are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Souleymane Faye?
Yes. Willian (Grêmio) plays a similar striker role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Souleymane Faye?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Souleymane Faye'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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