Players like Sankhoun Diawara
CBTroyes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSankhoun Diawara's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sankhoun Diawara are Tristan Crama, Rio Hillen, Ronald Araújo. Doppel rates Tristan Crama (Millwall) a 86/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Hamza El Kaouakibi scores 85/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Sankhoun Diawara is a commanding ball-playing centre-back, excelling in aerial duels and demonstrating impressive accuracy in his final-third passing. With a Sofascore rating in the top 42% of his peers, he showcases quality and reliability on the pitch, contributing to his team's build-up play. His durability is a notable asset, having missed no games in three seasons, making him a dependable presence in defense. While his long-range passing could improve, his strengths position him as a rising talent in Ligue 2.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sankhoun Diawara
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 91 | 86 |
| 2 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Ronald Araújosimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 27 | €22m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Daiki Hashiokasimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 27 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Amir Murillosimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 30 | €6.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 11 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sankhoun Diawara
≈ 100% Sankhoun Diawara · strong: Accurate crosses, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Sankhoun Diawara · strong: Duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Sankhoun Diawara · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sankhoun Diawara?
Statistically, Tristan Crama (Millwall) is the closest look-alike to Sankhoun Diawara — a 86/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Sankhoun Diawara?
By Doppel's fit score, Tristan Crama (Millwall) is the closest profile to Sankhoun Diawara, with a 86/100 overall match. Rio Hillen and Ronald Araújo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sankhoun Diawara?
Yes. Hamza El Kaouakibi (Südtirol) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sankhoun Diawara?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sankhoun Diawara's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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