Players like Nikola Krstović
STAtalanta · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikola Krstović's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nikola Krstović are Hugo Ekitiké, Nicolas Jackson, João Pedro. Doppel rates Hugo Ekitiké (Liverpool FC) a 85/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Lukas Nmecha scores 83/100 at about €9.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Nikola Krstović is a dynamic forward known for his prolific goal-scoring ability and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating in the top 11% of his peers, he consistently delivers, averaging an impressive 0.3 goals per game and excelling in winning possession in the attacking third. His remarkable durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons, further underscores his reliability as a key player for Atalanta.
Strengths: Shots, Sofascore rating, Possession won in att. third. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nikola Krstović
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hugo Ekitikésimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 24 | €77m | 93 | 85 |
| 2 | Nicolas Jacksonsimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 25 | €39m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | João Pedrosimilar↗ | Chelsea | 25 | €74m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Kai Havertzsimilar↗ | Arsenal | 27 | €53m | 92 | 82 |
| 6 | Vangelis Pavlidissimilar↗ | Benfica | 28 | €30m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Dominic Solankesimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 29 | €31m | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Viktor Gyökeressimilar↗ | Arsenal | 28 | €61m | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Mikel Oyarzabalsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 29 | €27m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Victor Okoh Bonifacesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 26 | €5.5m | 91 | 86 |
| 11 | Gabriel Jesussimilar↗ | Arsenal | 29 | €18m | 91 | 82 |
| 12 | Omar Marmoushsimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 27 | €55m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nikola Krstović
≈ 100% Nikola Krstović · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Nikola Krstović · strong: Successful dribbles, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, xG + xA /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Nikola Krstović · strong: Duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nikola Krstović?
Statistically, Hugo Ekitiké (Liverpool FC) is the closest look-alike to Nikola Krstović — a 85/100 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 Nikola Krstović?
By Doppel's fit score, Hugo Ekitiké (Liverpool FC) is the closest profile to Nikola Krstović, with a 85/100 overall match. Nicolas Jackson and João Pedro are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nikola Krstović?
Yes. Lukas Nmecha (Leeds United) plays a similar striker role and rates 83/100 at roughly €9.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nikola Krstović?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nikola Krstović'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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