Players like Ollie Watkins
STAston Villa · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitOllie Watkins's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ollie Watkins are Maximilian Beier, Ermedin Demirović, Mohamed Bamba. Doppel rates Maximilian Beier (Borussia Dortmund) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mohamed Bamba scores 85/100 at about €1.8m. Data as of October 2026.
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Ollie Watkins is a dynamic forward with a knack for goal-scoring and playmaking, exemplifying the archetype of a mobile link-up striker. With a Sofascore rating in the top 12% of his peers, he excels in converting chances, boasting elite metrics in non-penalty goals and expected goal contributions. His ability to create big chances and consistently find the back of the net makes him a crucial asset for Aston Villa, and his reliable availability over the past three seasons underscores his durability and commitment to the team.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Shots, xG + xA. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ollie Watkins
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maximilian Beiersimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 24 | €43m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Ermedin Demirovićsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €20m | 95 | 84 |
| 3 | Mohamed Bambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 25 | €1.8m | 95 | 85 |
| 4 | Vangelis Pavlidissimilar↗ | Benfica | 28 | €30m | 94 | 84 |
| 5 | João Pedrosimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €74m | 94 | 83 |
| 6 | Odsonne Édouardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 28 | €11m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Robert Lewandowskisimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 38 | €6.5m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Jean-Philippe Matetasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 29 | €29m | 93 | 83 |
| 9 | Haji Wrightsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 28 | €17m | 93 | 83 |
| 10 | Arnaud Kalimuendosimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 24 | €24m | 93 | 84 |
| 11 | Franjo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 23 | €15m | 93 | 87 |
| 12 | Omar Marmoushsimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 27 | €55m | 92 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ollie Watkins
≈ 100% Ollie Watkins · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
≈ 100% Ollie Watkins · strong: Possession won in att. third, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Ollie Watkins · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ollie Watkins?
Statistically, Maximilian Beier (Borussia Dortmund) is the closest look-alike to Ollie Watkins — a 84/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ollie Watkins?
By Doppel's fit score, Maximilian Beier (Borussia Dortmund) is the closest profile to Ollie Watkins, with a 84/100 overall match. Ermedin Demirović and Mohamed Bamba are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ollie Watkins?
Yes. Mohamed Bamba (Lorient) plays a similar striker role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ollie Watkins?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ollie Watkins'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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