Players like Souleymane Faye
ST/LWGranada · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSouleymane Faye's profile ↗
The players most similar to Souleymane Faye are Ange-Yoan Bonny, Ferran Jutglà, Jón Dagur Þórsteinsson. Doppel rates Ange-Yoan Bonny (Parma) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Willian scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
Building your XI? Put Souleymane Faye in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →About Souleymane Faye
Souleymane Faye is a creative winger with playmaking instincts, showcasing his ability to generate opportunities with an impressive rate of big chances created. His Sofascore rating places him in the top 27% of his peers, underlining his overall quality and impact on the pitch. While he may not be a prolific scorer, his durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option for any coach looking for a dynamic attacking threat.
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 | Ange-Yoan Bonnysimilar↗ | Parma | 23 | €34m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Ferran Jutglàsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 27 | €11m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Jón Dagur Þórsteinssonsimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 28 | €800k | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Williansimilar↗ | Fulham | 38 | €400k | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Bruny Nsimbasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 26 | €2.4m | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Julio Encisosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €24m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Nordine Kandilsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 25 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Raúl Morosimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 24 | €3.3m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Wesley Saïdsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 31 | €5.3m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Franjo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 23 | €15m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Arijon Ibrahimovićsimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 21 | €11m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Vangelis Pavlidissimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €30m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Souleymane Faye
≈ 100% Souleymane Faye · low reliability
≈ 100% Souleymane Faye · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Souleymane Faye · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Souleymane Faye?
By Doppel's fit score, Ange-Yoan Bonny (Parma) is the closest profile to Souleymane Faye, with a 81/100 overall match. Ferran Jutglà and Jón Dagur Þórsteinsson are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Souleymane Faye?
Yes. Willian (Fulham) 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.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →