Players like Nikola Štulić
STRC Sporting Charleroi · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikola Štulić's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nikola Štulić are Gorka Guruzeta, Dani Escriche, Phillip Tietz. Doppel rates Gorka Guruzeta (Athletic Club) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Michael Smith scores 78/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Nikola Štulić is an aggressive front-foot striker, showcasing his scoring prowess with an impressive 16 goals in just 29 appearances this season. His Sofascore rating places him in the top 32% of his peers, highlighting his overall quality as a reliable goal-scorer and contributor, evidenced by his strong non-penalty goals and expected contributions per 90 minutes. Durability is a standout trait, with no missed games in three seasons, making him a dependable asset in the attacking third.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nikola Štulić
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gorka Guruzetasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 30 | €4.6m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Dani Escrichesimilar↗ | Albacete Balompié | 28 | €500k | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Phillip Tietzsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 29 | €3.8m | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Roberto Fernándezsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 24 | €10m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Michael Smithsimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 35 | €200k | 89 | 78 |
| 6 | Dženan Pejčinovićsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 21 | €16m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Gonzalo Garcíasimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 22 | €31m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Brynjólfur Darri Willumssonsimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 26 | €1.0m | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Junior Adamusimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 25 | €2.8m | 89 | 79 |
| 10 | Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 33 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Emersonnsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 22 | €7.7m | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Christian Kofanesimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 20 | €41m | 88 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nikola Štulić
≈ 100% Nikola Štulić · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Nikola Štulić · strong: Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Nikola Štulić · strong: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nikola Štulić?
By Doppel's fit score, Gorka Guruzeta (Athletic Club) is the closest profile to Nikola Štulić, with a 81/100 overall match. Dani Escriche and Phillip Tietz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nikola Štulić?
Yes. Michael Smith (Sheffield Wednesday) plays a similar striker role and rates 78/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nikola Štulić?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nikola Štulić'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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