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Players like Clayton

STRio Ave · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitClayton's profile ↗

The players most similar to Clayton are Samu Aghehowa, Kevin Viveros, Chris Wood. Doppel rates Samu Aghehowa (FC Porto) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Chris Wood scores 80/100 at about €5.2m. Data as of July 2026.

About Clayton

Clayton is a dynamic striker, showcasing his prowess as a goal-scorer with a strong ability to convert chances, reflected in his impressive 14 goals this season. With a Sofascore rating in the top 18% of his peers, he is a reliable offensive threat, combining effective shooting and successful dribbling to create opportunities. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a consistent presence in the attacking line.

Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots, Successful dribbles. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.

12 players most similar to Clayton

#PlayerClubAgeValueTacticalOverall
1Samu Aghehowasimilar↗FC Porto22€46m9283
2Kevin Viverossimilar↗Athletico26€10m9181
3Chris Woodsimilar↗Nottingham Forest35€5.2m9180
4Promise Davidsimilar↗Royale Union Saint-Gilloise25€18m9083
5Josh Sargentsimilar↗Norwich City26€15m9080
6Noel Futkeusimilar↗SpVgg Greuther Fürth24€7.3m9081
7Esteban Lepaulsimilar↗Stade Rennais26€32m9080
8Erling Haalandsimilar↗Manchester City26€218m9081
9Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗Sheffield United33€1.0m9081
10Vedat Muriqisimilar↗Mallorca32€4.4m8980
11Braian Romerosimilar↗Vélez Sarsfield35€300k8980
12Ante Budimirsimilar↗Osasuna35€2.6m8983

* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons

Why these players match Clayton

1. Samu AghehowaFC Porto83/100

≈ 100% Clayton · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability

Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)

2. Kevin ViverosAthletico81/100

≈ 100% Clayton · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability

Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90

3. Chris WoodNottingham Forest80/100

≈ 100% Clayton · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability

Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90

FAQ

Who is the best replacement for Clayton?

By Doppel's fit score, Samu Aghehowa (FC Porto) is the closest profile to Clayton, with a 83/100 overall match. Kevin Viveros and Chris Wood are the next best fits.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Clayton?

Yes. Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €5.2m.

How does Doppel find players similar to Clayton?

Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Clayton'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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