Players like Folarin Balogun
STAS Monaco · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFolarin Balogun's profile ↗
The players most similar to Folarin Balogun are Santiago Giménez, Loïs Openda, Elye Wahi. Doppel rates Santiago Giménez (Feyenoord) a 87/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scores 85/100 at about €2.4m. Data as of September 2026.
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Folarin Balogun is a dynamic attacking forward known for his goal-scoring instincts and ability to create opportunities. With a strong output of 13 goals and 4 assists in 30 appearances, he excels in generating shots and big chances, showcasing his offensive prowess. However, his injury history raises concerns about his availability, having missed a significant number of games over the last three seasons. Despite this, his ability to win possession in the attacking third adds value to his game.
Strengths: Shots, Big chances created, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 52 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Folarin Balogun
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santiago Giménezsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €19m | 95 | 87 |
| 2 | Loïs Opendasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 26 | €27m | 95 | 86 |
| 3 | Elye Wahisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 23 | €19m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Neal Maupaysimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €4.1m | 94 | 84 |
| 5 | Ricardo Pepisimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 23 | €31m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Myron Boadusimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 25 | €3.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Jean-Philippe Matetasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 29 | €29m | 93 | 83 |
| 8 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 37 | €2.4m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Robert Lewandowskisimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 38 | €6.5m | 92 | 83 |
| 10 | Dušan Vlahovićsimilar↗ | Juventus | 26 | €34m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Odsonne Édouardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 28 | €11m | 92 | 83 |
| 12 | Jonathan Burkardtsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 26 | €29m | 91 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Folarin Balogun
≈ 100% Folarin Balogun · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Folarin Balogun · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Folarin Balogun · strong: xG + xA, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Folarin Balogun?
By Doppel's fit score, Santiago Giménez (Feyenoord) is the closest profile to Folarin Balogun, with a 87/100 overall match. Loïs Openda and Elye Wahi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Folarin Balogun?
Yes. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Olympique de Marseille) plays a similar striker role and rates 85/100 at roughly €2.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Folarin Balogun?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Folarin Balogun'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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