Players like Michael Folorunsho
CM/CAMMonza · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMichael Folorunsho's profile ↗
The players most similar to Michael Folorunsho are Mathias Honsak, Danny Namaso, Rachid Kouda. Doppel rates Mathias Honsak (1. FC Heidenheim) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Sessa scores 85/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Michael Folorunsho is a dynamic, box-to-box midfielder known for his tenacity and aerial prowess. With an impressive ability to win duels and contribute to the scoreline, he thrives in physical battles and maintains a goal threat, boasting 5 goals in 34 appearances. However, his creativity in the final third is limited, and his injury history raises concerns about his availability. Despite this, his overall work rate and contributions make him a valuable asset when fit.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 23 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Michael Folorunsho
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mathias Honsaksimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 30 | €1.6m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Danny Namasosimilar↗ | Auxerre | 26 | €5.7m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Daniel Maldinisimilar↗ | Cagliari | 25 | €9.6m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Christantus Uchesimilar↗ | Getafe | 23 | €13m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Benedict Hollerbachsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 25 | €7.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Tanguy Coulibalysimilar↗ | Samsunspor | 25 | €1.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Lucas Beltránsimilar↗ | Valencia | 25 | €8.4m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Jakob Napoleon Romsaassimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 22 | €1.1m | 89 | 86 |
| 11 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Michael Folorunsho
≈ 100% Michael Folorunsho · strong: Shots, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Michael Folorunsho · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Michael Folorunsho · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Michael Folorunsho?
Statistically, Mathias Honsak (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest look-alike to Michael Folorunsho — a 83/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Michael Folorunsho?
By Doppel's fit score, Mathias Honsak (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest profile to Michael Folorunsho, with a 83/100 overall match. Danny Namaso and Rachid Kouda are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Michael Folorunsho?
Yes. Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Michael Folorunsho?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Michael Folorunsho's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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