Players like Sambou Soumano
STLorient · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSambou Soumano's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sambou Soumano are Christian Kofane, Lukas Nmecha, Conrad Harder. Doppel rates Christian Kofane (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yussuf Poulsen scores 82/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
Building your XI? Put Sambou Soumano in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →About Sambou Soumano
Sambou Soumano is a mobile link-up forward, adept at creating space and opportunities for himself and teammates. With a Sofascore rating in the top 29% of his positional peers, he showcases his quality through precise long balls, ranking in the top 21%. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only two games in the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch. While his defensive contributions may not be his strong suit, his offensive capabilities make him a valuable asset in attack.
Strengths: Accurate long balls. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sambou Soumano
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Christian Kofanesimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 20 | €41m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Conrad Hardersimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 21 | €19m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Jordan Siebatcheusimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 30 | €1.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Etta Eyongsimilar↗ | Levante UD | 23 | €16m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Patrik Schicksimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 30 | €17m | 92 | 82 |
| 7 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 26 | €18m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Yussuf Poulsensimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 32 | €900k | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Emersonnsimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 22 | €7.7m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Troy Parrottsimilar↗ | Real Betis | 24 | €23m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Thierno Barrysimilar↗ | Everton | 24 | €31m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Igor Thiagosimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €68m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sambou Soumano
≈ 100% Sambou Soumano · strong: Shots, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Sambou Soumano · strong: xG + xA, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Sambou Soumano · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sambou Soumano?
Statistically, Christian Kofane (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest look-alike to Sambou Soumano — a 82/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Sambou Soumano?
By Doppel's fit score, Christian Kofane (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest profile to Sambou Soumano, with a 82/100 overall match. Lukas Nmecha and Conrad Harder are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sambou Soumano?
Yes. Yussuf Poulsen (Hamburger SV) plays a similar striker role and rates 82/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sambou Soumano?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sambou Soumano'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.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →