Players like Thaciano
STSantos · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitThaciano's profile ↗
The players most similar to Thaciano are Josh Coburn, Frank Magri, Rafa Mir. Doppel rates Josh Coburn (Millwall) a 77/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Emmanuel Boateng scores 77/100 at about €700k. Data as of July 2026.
About Thaciano
Thaciano is a robust striker known for his strong positioning and aerial ability, contributing effectively to defensive duties with notable clearance numbers. Currently rated in the top 23% of his peers, he demonstrates reliability and durability with minimal missed games over the past three seasons. While his attacking metrics may not be elite, his overall contributions make him a valuable asset in build-up play and defensive transitions.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Clearances. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thaciano
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Josh Coburnsimilar↗ | Millwall | 24 | €7.4m | 88 | 77 |
| 2 | Frank Magrisimilar↗ | Toulouse | 27 | €3.2m | 88 | 78 |
| 3 | Rafa Mirsimilar↗ | Elche | 29 | €4.1m | 87 | 79 |
| 4 | Koen Kostonssimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 27 | €1.4m | 86 | 77 |
| 5 | Emmanuel Boatengsimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 30 | €700k | 85 | 77 |
| 6 | Michael Gregoritschsimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €1.6m | 85 | 79 |
| 7 | Alerrandrosimilar↗ | Vitória | 26 | €3.1m | 85 | 77 |
| 8 | Lautaro De Leónsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 25 | €1.0m | 84 | 76 |
| 9 | Willem Geubbelssimilar↗ | Paris FC | 25 | €5.5m | 84 | 77 |
| 10 | Roberto Fernándezsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 24 | €10m | 84 | 77 |
| 11 | Gorka Guruzetasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 30 | €4.6m | 84 | 76 |
| 12 | Felix Tomisimilar↗ | Bastia | 26 | €600k | 84 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thaciano
≈ 100% Thaciano · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Thaciano · medium reliability
≈ 100% Thaciano · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Thaciano?
By Doppel's fit score, Josh Coburn (Millwall) is the closest profile to Thaciano, with a 77/100 overall match. Frank Magri and Rafa Mir are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thaciano?
Yes. Emmanuel Boateng (Rio Ave) plays a similar striker role and rates 77/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thaciano?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thaciano's 2026 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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