Players like Raphael Odogwu
STSüdtirol · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRaphael Odogwu's profile ↗
The players most similar to Raphael Odogwu are Pedro Mendes, Luka Kulenović, Andri Guðjohnsen. Doppel rates Pedro Mendes (Ascoli) a 79/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Michael Smith scores 78/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Raphael Odogwu is a dynamic link-up forward, excelling in aerial duels and defensive contributions in the attacking third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 31% of his peers, he showcases impressive durability, missing only five games in three seasons. His strengths lie in winning duels and creating chances, making him a valuable asset in build-up play, though he could improve his goal-scoring output.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Possession won in att. third, Duels won. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Raphael Odogwu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pedro Mendessimilar↗ | Ascoli | 27 | €1.3m | 90 | 79 |
| 2 | Luka Kulenovićsimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 27 | €600k | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Andri Guðjohnsensimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 24 | €2.7m | 89 | 77 |
| 4 | Juanmi Latasasimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 25 | €1.5m | 89 | 78 |
| 5 | Mihailo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | Millwall | 22 | €8.7m | 89 | 77 |
| 6 | Michael Smithsimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 35 | €200k | 89 | 78 |
| 7 | Phillip Tietzsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 29 | €3.8m | 87 | 77 |
| 8 | Dominic Calvert-Lewinsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 29 | €24m | 85 | 78 |
| 9 | Gorka Guruzetasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 30 | €4.6m | 85 | 77 |
| 10 | Dženan Pejčinovićsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 21 | €16m | 85 | 79 |
| 11 | Jonas Windsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €4.2m | 85 | 77 |
| 12 | Andrej Ilićsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 26 | €8.3m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Raphael Odogwu
≈ 100% Raphael Odogwu · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Raphael Odogwu · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Raphael Odogwu · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Raphael Odogwu?
By Doppel's fit score, Pedro Mendes (Ascoli) is the closest profile to Raphael Odogwu, with a 79/100 overall match. Luka Kulenović and Andri Guðjohnsen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Raphael Odogwu?
Yes. Michael Smith (Sheffield Wednesday) plays a similar striker role and rates 78/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Raphael Odogwu?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Raphael Odogwu'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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