Players like Kanu
CBBahia · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitKanu's profile ↗
Kanu is a centre-back for Bahia in Brazil's Serie A, having made 30 appearances in 2024, totaling 2700 minutes. Players similar to Kanu include Moustapha Mbow from Paris FC, who has a fit score of 78/100, and Jamil Siebert of Fortuna Düsseldorf, with a fit score of 79/100. Other comparable options are Théo Pellenard and Mickaël Nadé, both also fitting well into a similar role with fit scores of 79/100.
About Kanu
Kanu profiles as a traditional centre-back, focused primarily on defensive duties rather than contributing to the attack. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 49%, he struggles to stand out among his peers, lacking notable strengths in key defensive metrics. His injury history is concerning, having missed a significant number of games over the past three seasons, which raises questions about his reliability and durability in a demanding league.
Availability: 53 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Kanu
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moustapha Mbowsimilar↗ | Paris FC | 26 | €9.8m | 94 | 79 |
| 2 | Jamil Siebertsimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 24 | €4.3m | 94 | 79 |
| 3 | Théo Pellenardsimilar↗ | Auxerre | 32 | €200k | 93 | 79 |
| 4 | Mickaël Nadésimilar↗ | Saint-Étienne | 27 | €2.8m | 93 | 79 |
| 5 | Franck Fomeyemsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 27 | €600k | 93 | 78 |
| 6 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 92 | 81 |
| 7 | Abdoulaye Ndiayesimilar↗ | Troyes | 24 | €5.8m | 91 | 78 |
| 8 | Théo Eyoumsimilar↗ | Le Mans | 24 | €1.0m | 90 | 78 |
| 9 | Alessandro Pio Ricciosimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €300k | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | Isaac Cossiersimilar↗ | Le Mans | 20 | €2.7m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Marcel Beifussimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 24 | €2.1m | 89 | 78 |
| 12 | Ulrik Fredriksensimilar↗ | Haugesund | 27 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Kanu
≈ 100% Kanu · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Kanu · medium reliability
≈ 100% Kanu · strong: Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Kanu?
By Doppel's fit score, Moustapha Mbow (Paris FC) is the closest profile to Kanu, with a 79/100 overall match. Jamil Siebert and Théo Pellenard are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Kanu?
Yes. Théo Pellenard (Auxerre) plays a similar centre back role and rates 79/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Kanu?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Kanu's 2024 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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