Players like Sankhoun Diawara
CBTroyes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSankhoun Diawara's profile ↗
Sankhoun Diawara is a centre-back for Troyes in Ligue 2, having made 14 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Diawara include Tristan Crama from Millwall, who has a fit score of 86/100, and Rio Hillen from NAC Breda, with a fit score of 85/100. Both players demonstrate comparable roles and statistical profiles within their respective leagues.
About Sankhoun Diawara
Sankhoun Diawara is a strong, aerially dominant centre-back with a knack for ball progression, showcasing his ability to deliver accurate final-third passes and crosses. With a Sofascore rating in the top 42% of his positional peers, he stands out for winning aerial duels and regaining possession in the attacking third, making him a reliable defensive asset. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, solidifying his reputation as a dependable presence in the backline.
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 | Daiki Hashiokasimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 27 | €1.5m | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Amir Murillosimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 30 | €6.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 10 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 30 | €1.0m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
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 Daiki Hashioka 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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