Players like Cheikh Niasse
CM/CDMHellas Verona · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCheikh Niasse's profile ↗
The players most similar to Cheikh Niasse are Nicolás Capaldo, Gvidas Gineitis, Joel Silva. Doppel rates Nicolás Capaldo (Hamburger SV) a 78/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Joel Silva scores 77/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Cheikh Niasse is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and ground challenges, making him a formidable presence in the center of the pitch. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 8%, his ability to win duels and disrupt opposition play stands out, showcasing his value as a reliable enforcer. With only seven games missed over the past three seasons, Niasse's durability adds to his appeal, ensuring he remains a consistent option for his team.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Cheikh Niasse
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nicolás Capaldosimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 28 | €8.4m | 91 | 78 |
| 2 | Gvidas Gineitissimilar↗ | Torino | 22 | €5.0m | 87 | 78 |
| 3 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 23 | €400k | 86 | 77 |
| 4 | Finn Porathsimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 29 | €800k | 86 | 77 |
| 5 | Louis Lerouxsimilar↗ | Nantes | 20 | €10m | 86 | 76 |
| 6 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 85 | 78 |
| 7 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 85 | 77 |
| 8 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 85 | 79 |
| 9 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 85 | 77 |
| 10 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 84 | 80 |
| 11 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 84 | 78 |
| 12 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 83 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Cheikh Niasse
≈ 100% Cheikh Niasse · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Cheikh Niasse · strong: Duels won, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Cheikh Niasse · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Cheikh Niasse?
Statistically, Nicolás Capaldo (Hamburger SV) is the closest look-alike to Cheikh Niasse — a 78/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Cheikh Niasse?
By Doppel's fit score, Nicolás Capaldo (Hamburger SV) is the closest profile to Cheikh Niasse, with a 78/100 overall match. Gvidas Gineitis and Joel Silva are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Cheikh Niasse?
Yes. Joel Silva (CD Nacional) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Cheikh Niasse?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Cheikh Niasse'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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