Players like David Neres
RW/LWSSC Napoli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Neres's profile ↗
The players most similar to David Neres are Kang-in Lee, Anis Hadj Moussa, Rayan Cherki. Doppel rates Kang-in Lee (Atlético Madrid) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Calvin Stengs scores 86/100 at about €4.8m. Data as of October 2026.
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David Neres is a dynamic dribbling winger, excelling in creating opportunities and delivering accurate crosses. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 34% of his positional peers, he showcases impressive skills, ranking in the top 6% for successful dribbles and the top 4% for crosses per 90 minutes. While his injury history raises concerns about durability, his creativity and attacking prowess remain standout attributes, making him a valuable asset in the final third.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Successful dribbles, Touches. Availability: 50 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to David Neres
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kang-in Leesimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 25 | €30m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Anis Hadj Moussasimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 24 | €24m | 95 | 86 |
| 3 | Rayan Cherkisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 23 | €98m | 95 | 85 |
| 4 | Leon Baileysimilar↗ | Olympiacos FC | 29 | €13m | 95 | 86 |
| 5 | Johan Bakayokosimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 23 | €19m | 94 | 87 |
| 6 | Calvin Stengssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €4.8m | 94 | 86 |
| 7 | Brajan Grudasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 22 | €29m | 94 | 86 |
| 8 | Michael Olisesimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 25 | €164m | 94 | 84 |
| 9 | Brahim Díazsimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 27 | €37m | 94 | 85 |
| 10 | Yan Diomandesimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 20 | €99m | 94 | 86 |
| 11 | Ángel Di Maríasimilar↗ | Rosario Central | 38 | €1.9m | 93 | 87 |
| 12 | Oğuz Aydınsimilar↗ | Fenerbahçe | 26 | €6.5m | 93 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David Neres
≈ 100% David Neres · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% David Neres · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% David Neres · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to David Neres?
Statistically, Kang-in Lee (Atlético Madrid) is the closest look-alike to David Neres — 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 David Neres?
By Doppel's fit score, Kang-in Lee (Atlético Madrid) is the closest profile to David Neres, with a 84/100 overall match. Anis Hadj Moussa and Rayan Cherki are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to David Neres?
Yes. Calvin Stengs (AZ Alkmaar) plays a similar right winger role and rates 86/100 at roughly €4.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to David Neres?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from David Neres's 2025/26 season, then ranks right wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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