Players like Fábio Silva
ST/LWBorussia Dortmund · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFábio Silva's profile ↗
The players most similar to Fábio Silva are Florian Thauvin, Rafael Leão, Andreas Schjelderup. Doppel rates Florian Thauvin (RC Lens) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Álex Berenguer scores 82/100 at about €4.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Fábio Silva is a dynamic forward, excelling as both a striker and left winger with a knack for finding the net. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 36% of his peers, showcasing his ability to contribute with 10 goals and 3 assists this season. Silva’s standout strengths include his aerial prowess and tenacity in duels, making him a constant threat on the pitch. With only 16 games missed over the last three seasons, he’s proven to be a durable asset for Borussia Dortmund.
Strengths: Clearances, Duels won, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Fábio Silva
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florian Thauvinsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €5.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Rafael Leãosimilar↗ | AC Milan | 27 | €48m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Andreas Schjelderupsimilar↗ | Benfica | 22 | €31m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Álex Berenguersimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 31 | €4.1m | 93 | 82 |
| 5 | Gabriel Martinellisimilar↗ | Arsenal | 25 | €42m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Mikel Oyarzabalsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 29 | €27m | 93 | 83 |
| 7 | Nico Williamssimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 24 | €44m | 93 | 83 |
| 8 | Paulo Dybalasimilar↗ | AS Roma | 33 | €5.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 9 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 93 | 83 |
| 10 | Endricksimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 20 | €42m | 92 | 83 |
| 11 | Mika Godtssimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 21 | €32m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 92 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fábio Silva
≈ 100% Fábio Silva · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Fábio Silva · strong: Big chances created, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Successful dribbles /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Fábio Silva · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Fábio Silva?
By Doppel's fit score, Florian Thauvin (RC Lens) is the closest profile to Fábio Silva, with a 84/100 overall match. Rafael Leão and Andreas Schjelderup are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Fábio Silva?
Yes. Álex Berenguer (Athletic Club) plays a similar striker role and rates 82/100 at roughly €4.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Fábio Silva?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Fábio Silva'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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