Players like Nathanaël Mbuku
RW/LWMontpellier · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathanaël Mbuku's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nathanaël Mbuku are Shavy Babicka, Maranhão, Gil Dias. Doppel rates Shavy Babicka (Fatih Karagümrük) a 81/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Murilo scores 80/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nathanaël Mbuku is a dynamic winger known for his precise crossing ability, ranking in the top 10% among his peers. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top 30%, he consistently contributes to his team’s attacking play, notching 4 goals and 5 assists this season. His impressive durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, underscores his reliability on the pitch. While his defensive metrics aren't his strong suit, his offensive prowess makes him a valuable asset in the final third.
Strengths: Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nathanaël Mbuku
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shavy Babickasimilar↗ | Fatih Karagümrük | 26 | €1.5m | 89 | 81 |
| 2 | Maranhãosimilar↗ | Tondela | 27 | €1.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Gil Diassimilar↗ | Famalicão | 30 | €2.1m | 89 | 79 |
| 4 | Younes Tahasimilar↗ | FC Twente | 24 | €4.2m | 87 | 82 |
| 5 | Brennan Johnsonsimilar↗ | Everton | 25 | €32m | 86 | 81 |
| 6 | Murilosimilar↗ | Gil Vicente | 32 | €800k | 86 | 80 |
| 7 | Femi Azeezsimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €15m | 85 | 79 |
| 8 | Raul Floruczsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 25 | €3.8m | 85 | 79 |
| 9 | Dušan Tadićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 38 | €1.4m | 85 | 81 |
| 10 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Nantes | 36 | €1.2m | 85 | 79 |
| 11 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €1.8m | 84 | 79 |
| 12 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 83 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathanaël Mbuku
≈ 100% Nathanaël Mbuku · strong: Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Nathanaël Mbuku · strong: Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Nathanaël Mbuku · strong: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nathanaël Mbuku?
Statistically, Shavy Babicka (Fatih Karagümrük) is the closest look-alike to Nathanaël Mbuku — a 81/100 profile match (89/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Nathanaël Mbuku?
By Doppel's fit score, Shavy Babicka (Fatih Karagümrük) is the closest profile to Nathanaël Mbuku, with a 81/100 overall match. Maranhão and Gil Dias are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nathanaël Mbuku?
Yes. Murilo (Gil Vicente) plays a similar right winger role and rates 80/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nathanaël Mbuku?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nathanaël Mbuku's 2025/26 season, then ranks right wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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