Players like Adrián Niño
STMálaga CF · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAdrián Niño's profile ↗
The players most similar to Adrián Niño are Kaio Jorge, Josh Sargent, Artem Dovbyk. Doppel rates Kaio Jorge (Cruzeiro) a 81/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Stiven Shpendi scores 80/100 at about €4.2m. Data as of October 2026.
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Adrián Niño is an assertive penalty-box poacher, demonstrating a knack for finding the back of the net with impressive non-penalty goal production. With a Sofascore rating in the top 47% of his peers, he showcases his elite finishing ability and an eye for goal, evidenced by his strong shot volume and creation of big chances. Durability is a key asset, as he has not missed a game in three seasons, underscoring his reliability as a consistent threat in attack.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Shots, Big chances created. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Adrián Niño
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kaio Jorgesimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 24 | €24m | 90 | 81 |
| 2 | Josh Sargentsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 26 | €15m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Artem Dovbyksimilar↗ | Bologna | 29 | €14m | 89 | 85 |
| 4 | Noel Futkeusimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 24 | €7.3m | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Samu Aghehowasimilar↗ | FC Porto | 22 | €46m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Mohamed Bayosimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 28 | €4.8m | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Mateusz Żukowskisimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 25 | €5.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Stiven Shpendisimilar↗ | Empoli | 23 | €4.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Kevin Viverossimilar↗ | Athletico | 26 | €10m | 88 | 80 |
| 10 | Matija Frigansimilar↗ | Parma | 23 | €7.6m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Younes Ebnoutalibsimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 23 | €8.8m | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Elye Wahisimilar↗ | Nice | 23 | €19m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Adrián Niño
≈ 100% Adrián Niño · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Adrián Niño · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Adrián Niño · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Adrián Niño?
Statistically, Kaio Jorge (Cruzeiro) is the closest look-alike to Adrián Niño — a 81/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Adrián Niño?
By Doppel's fit score, Kaio Jorge (Cruzeiro) is the closest profile to Adrián Niño, with a 81/100 overall match. Josh Sargent and Artem Dovbyk are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Adrián Niño?
Yes. Stiven Shpendi (Empoli) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €4.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Adrián Niño?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Adrián 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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