Players like Viktor Gyökeres
STSporting CP · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitViktor Gyökeres's profile ↗
The players most similar to Viktor Gyökeres are Patrick Bamford, Folarin Balogun, Gonzalo García. Doppel rates Patrick Bamford (Sheffield United) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Patrick Bamford scores 83/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.
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Viktor Gyökeres is a prolific forward, showcasing elite finishing and playmaking abilities, making him a standout in the attacking third. With a top 2% Sofascore rating, his 29 goals and 10 assists this season highlight his knack for converting chances and creating opportunities. His impressive possession won in the attacking third (top 1%) underscores his relentless pressing and high work rate, though his defensive contributions are less pronounced. Durability is a plus, with only 11 games missed in three seasons, proving him a reliable asset for Sporting CP.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Viktor Gyökeres
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 33 | €1.0m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Folarin Balogunsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 25 | €36m | 92 | 83 |
| 3 | Gonzalo Garcíasimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 22 | €31m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Max Deansimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 22 | €2.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Danny Welbecksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 36 | €3.1m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Odsonne Édouardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 28 | €11m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Jean-Philippe Matetasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 29 | €29m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Jonathan Burkardtsimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 26 | €29m | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Joël Piroesimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €9.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Loïs Opendasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 26 | €27m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Dženan Pejčinovićsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 21 | €16m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Dominic Calvert-Lewinsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 29 | €24m | 90 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Viktor Gyökeres
≈ 100% Viktor Gyökeres · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Viktor Gyökeres · strong: Shots, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Viktor Gyökeres · strong: Non-penalty goals, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Viktor Gyökeres?
By Doppel's fit score, Patrick Bamford (Sheffield United) is the closest profile to Viktor Gyökeres, with a 83/100 overall match. Folarin Balogun and Gonzalo García are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Viktor Gyökeres?
Yes. Patrick Bamford (Sheffield United) plays a similar striker role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Viktor Gyökeres?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Viktor Gyökeres'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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