Players like Yannis Nahounou
CBNancy · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYannis Nahounou's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yannis Nahounou are Josue Escartin, Javier Moreno, Xavi Sintes. Doppel rates Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) a 83/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Javier Moreno scores 81/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Yannis Nahounou is a robust aerial specialist centre-back, excelling in winning aerial duels, ranking in the top 18% among his peers. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 14%, his durability stands out, with no games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability. While his offensive contributions are minimal, his defensive presence in the air makes him a valuable asset in set-piece situations and during defensive duels.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yannis Nahounou
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Javier Morenosimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 26 | €200k | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Alessandro Pio Ricciosimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €300k | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Julien Kouadiosimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 27 | €900k | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Loris Mouyokolosimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 25 | €1.2m | 89 | 79 |
| 7 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 88 | 79 |
| 8 | Isaac Cossiersimilar↗ | Le Mans | 20 | €2.7m | 88 | 79 |
| 9 | Sinaly Diomandésimilar↗ | Auxerre | 25 | €6.6m | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Brayan Medinasimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €2.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 11 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 27 | €3.3m | 84 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yannis Nahounou
≈ 100% Yannis Nahounou · medium reliability
≈ 100% Yannis Nahounou · strong: Aerial duels won %, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Yannis Nahounou · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Yannis Nahounou?
Statistically, Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) is the closest look-alike to Yannis Nahounou — a 83/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Yannis Nahounou?
By Doppel's fit score, Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) is the closest profile to Yannis Nahounou, with a 83/100 overall match. Javier Moreno and Xavi Sintes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yannis Nahounou?
Yes. Javier Moreno (Albacete Balompié) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yannis Nahounou?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yannis Nahounou'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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