Players like Valentín Castellanos
STWest Ham United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitValentín Castellanos's profile ↗
The players most similar to Valentín Castellanos are Michael Gregoritsch, Dženan Pejčinović, Gorka Guruzeta. Doppel rates Michael Gregoritsch (FC Augsburg) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bryan Linssen scores 82/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Valentín Castellanos is a dynamic striker, thriving as a goal-scoring threat with a knack for creating big chances. His exceptional shot volume places him in the top 1% of his peers, while his ability to contribute to expected goals and assists highlights his offensive prowess. With only 14 games missed in the last three seasons, he proves to be a durable asset for West Ham, consistently delivering in front of goal despite occasional finishing inconsistencies.
Strengths: Shots, xG + xA, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 14 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Valentín Castellanos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michael Gregoritschsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 32 | €1.6m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Dženan Pejčinovićsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 21 | €16m | 93 | 83 |
| 3 | Gorka Guruzetasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 30 | €4.6m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Rafa Mirsimilar↗ | Elche | 29 | €4.1m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 33 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Bryan Linssensimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 36 | €300k | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Gonzalo Garcíasimilar↗ | Fulham | 22 | €31m | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Danny Welbecksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 36 | €3.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Dominic Calvert-Lewinsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 29 | €24m | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Rodrigo Munizsimilar↗ | Fulham | 25 | €22m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Emersonnsimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 22 | €7.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | FC Porto | 36 | €500k | 89 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Valentín Castellanos
≈ 100% Valentín Castellanos · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Valentín Castellanos · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Valentín Castellanos · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Valentín Castellanos?
Statistically, Michael Gregoritsch (FC Augsburg) is the closest look-alike to Valentín Castellanos — a 84/100 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 Valentín Castellanos?
By Doppel's fit score, Michael Gregoritsch (FC Augsburg) is the closest profile to Valentín Castellanos, with a 84/100 overall match. Dženan Pejčinović and Gorka Guruzeta are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Valentín Castellanos?
Yes. Bryan Linssen (NEC Nijmegen) plays a similar striker role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Valentín Castellanos?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Valentín Castellanos'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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