Players like Louis Mafouta
STLe Mans · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLouis Mafouta's profile ↗
The players most similar to Louis Mafouta are Frederik Ihler, Martijn Kaars, Kevin Viveros. Doppel rates Frederik Ihler (IF Elfsborg) a 78/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Braian Romero scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Louis Mafouta is a clinical penalty-box poacher, adept at finding the back of the net with 15 goals in 34 appearances this season. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 16% of strikers, showcasing his elite finishing ability and reliability, as he has missed no games in the last three seasons. While he may not excel in creating chances or duels, his knack for scoring makes him a crucial asset for Le Mans.
Strengths: Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Louis Mafouta
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frederik Ihlersimilar↗ | IF Elfsborg | 23 | €1.2m | 93 | 78 |
| 2 | Martijn Kaarssimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 27 | €3.1m | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Kevin Viverossimilar↗ | Athletico | 26 | €10m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Žan Vipotniksimilar↗ | Swansea City | 24 | €21m | 92 | 78 |
| 5 | Álex Foréssimilar↗ | Real Oviedo | 25 | €600k | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Braian Romerosimilar↗ | Vélez Sarsfield | 35 | €300k | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Mateusz Żukowskisimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 25 | €5.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Timothé Nkadasimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 27 | €1.8m | 90 | 78 |
| 9 | Emmanuel Emeghasimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 23 | €26m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Antonio Raimondosimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €4.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 11 | Esteban Lepaulsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 26 | €32m | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Tairyk Arcontesimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 23 | €3.3m | 89 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Louis Mafouta
≈ 100% Louis Mafouta · medium reliability
≈ 100% Louis Mafouta · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Louis Mafouta · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Louis Mafouta?
Statistically, Frederik Ihler (IF Elfsborg) is the closest look-alike to Louis Mafouta — a 78/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Louis Mafouta?
By Doppel's fit score, Frederik Ihler (IF Elfsborg) is the closest profile to Louis Mafouta, with a 78/100 overall match. Martijn Kaars and Kevin Viveros are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Louis Mafouta?
Yes. Braian Romero (Vélez Sarsfield) plays a similar striker role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Louis Mafouta?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Louis Mafouta'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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