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Players like Artem Stepanov

STFC Utrecht · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitArtem Stepanov's profile ↗

The players most similar to Artem Stepanov are Akor Adams, Etta Eyong, Stefano Marino. Doppel rates Akor Adams (Venezia) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Stefano Marino scores 84/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of September 2026.

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About Artem Stepanov

Artem Stepanov is a dynamic striker with a strong aerial presence and a knack for winning possession in the attacking third. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 5% of his peers, he showcases potential with notable metrics in expected goals and shots per 90, indicating his ability to create and convert chances. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option for FC Utrecht's forward line.

Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third, xG + xA. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.

12 players most similar to Artem Stepanov

#PlayerClubAgeValueTacticalOverall
1Akor Adamssimilar↗Venezia26€15m9383
2Etta Eyongsimilar↗Levante UD23€16m9283
3Stefano Marinosimilar↗SC Paderborn 0722€1.0m9284
4Thijs Dallingasimilar↗1. FC Köln26€9.8m9285
5Aaron Biboutsimilar↗KRC Genk22€3.6m9183
6Haji Wrightsimilar↗Coventry City28€17m9182
7Lukas Nmechasimilar↗Leeds United28€9.1m9183
8Thom van Bergensimilar↗FC Groningen22€3.1m9186
9Álvaro Moratasimilar↗Como34€6.2m9181
10Roberto Fernándezsimilar↗Espanyol24€10m9182
11Jean-Philippe Matetasimilar↗Crystal Palace29€29m9081
12Thierno Barrysimilar↗Everton24€31m9082

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

Why these players match Artem Stepanov

1. Akor AdamsVenezia83/100

≈ 100% Artem Stepanov · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability

Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90

2. Etta EyongLevante UD83/100

≈ 100% Artem Stepanov · strong: Possession won in att. third, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability

Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Shots /90

3. Stefano MarinoSC Paderborn 0784/100

≈ 100% Artem Stepanov · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability

Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90

FAQ

Who is the best replacement for Artem Stepanov?

By Doppel's fit score, Akor Adams (Venezia) is the closest profile to Artem Stepanov, with a 83/100 overall match. Etta Eyong and Stefano Marino are the next best fits.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Artem Stepanov?

Yes. Stefano Marino (SC Paderborn 07) plays a similar striker role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.0m.

How does Doppel find players similar to Artem Stepanov?

Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Artem Stepanov'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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