Players like Yahia Fofana
GKÇaykur Rizespor · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitYahia Fofana's profile ↗
The players most similar to Yahia Fofana are Obed Nkambadio, Jesús Owono, Luca Zidane. Doppel rates Obed Nkambadio (Paris FC) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jesús Owono scores 79/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Yahia Fofana is a standout shot-stopper with an impressive ability to prevent goals, making him a valuable asset in the net. His exceptional save percentage and strong duel-winning capability highlight his effectiveness under pressure, placing him in the top tier among goalkeepers. With no games missed in the last three seasons, Fofana's durability adds to his reliability, though he could improve in aerial situations. Overall, he showcases the attributes of a top goalkeeper, consistently delivering strong performances for Çaykur Rizespor.
Strengths: Goals prevented, Successful dribbles, Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Yahia Fofana
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Obed Nkambadiosimilar↗ | Paris FC | 23 | €4.7m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Jesús Owonosimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 25 | €900k | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Luca Zidanesimilar↗ | Granada | 28 | €900k | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Rome Jayden Owusu-Odurosimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 22 | €5.7m | 90 | 78 |
| 5 | Gianluigi Donnarummasimilar↗ | Manchester City | 27 | €46m | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Mory Diawsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 33 | €900k | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Etienne Vaessensimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 31 | €2.4m | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Paul Nardisimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 32 | €1.3m | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | André Onanasimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 30 | €9.3m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Andreas Gianniotissimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 34 | €300k | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Caoimhin Kellehersimilar↗ | Brentford | 28 | €25m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Marcos Hernán Peanosimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 28 | €2.1m | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Yahia Fofana
≈ 100% Yahia Fofana · strong: Successful dribbles, Clean sheet % · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Clean sheet %
≈ 100% Yahia Fofana · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Yahia Fofana · strong: Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Yahia Fofana?
Statistically, Obed Nkambadio (Paris FC) is the closest look-alike to Yahia Fofana — a 81/100 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 Yahia Fofana?
By Doppel's fit score, Obed Nkambadio (Paris FC) is the closest profile to Yahia Fofana, with a 81/100 overall match. Jesús Owono and Luca Zidane are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Yahia Fofana?
Yes. Jesús Owono (FC Andorra) plays a similar goalkeeper role and rates 79/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Yahia Fofana?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Yahia Fofana's 2025/26 season, then ranks goalkeepers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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