Players like Pape Meissa Ba
STRed Star FC · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitPape Meissa Ba's profile ↗
The players most similar to Pape Meissa Ba are Willian José, Josh Sargent, Joël Piroe. Doppel rates Willian José (Bahia) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Willian José scores 81/100 at about €1.3m. Data as of September 2026.
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Pape Meissa Ba is a reliable target man known for his ability to find the net, evidenced by his 11 goals in 34 appearances this season. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 44% of his positional peers, he demonstrates solid contributions in the attacking third. While he may not excel in duels or defensive actions, his durability is a standout trait, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable asset for any side.
Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Pape Meissa Ba
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Willian Josésimilar↗ | Bahia | 35 | €1.3m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Josh Sargentsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 26 | €15m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Joël Piroesimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €9.1m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Esteban Lepaulsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 26 | €32m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Ciro Immobilesimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 36 | €1.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Emmanuel Emeghasimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 23 | €26m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Samu Aghehowasimilar↗ | FC Porto | 22 | €46m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Noel Futkeusimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 24 | €7.3m | 90 | 80 |
| 9 | Serhou Guirassysimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 30 | €34m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 26 | €18m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Patrik Schicksimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 30 | €17m | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Adam Armstrongsimilar↗ | Southampton | 29 | €6.5m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Pape Meissa Ba
≈ 100% Pape Meissa Ba · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Pape Meissa Ba · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Pape Meissa Ba · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Pape Meissa Ba?
By Doppel's fit score, Willian José (Bahia) is the closest profile to Pape Meissa Ba, with a 81/100 overall match. Josh Sargent and Joël Piroe are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Pape Meissa Ba?
Yes. Willian José (Bahia) plays a similar striker role and rates 81/100 at roughly €1.3m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Pape Meissa Ba?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Pape Meissa Ba's 2024/25 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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