Players like Martin Braithwaite
STEspanyol · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitMartin Braithwaite's profile ↗
The players most similar to Martin Braithwaite are Samuel Essende, Héctor Hernández, Samu Aghehowa. Doppel rates Samuel Essende (FC Augsburg) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Braian Romero scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Martin Braithwaite is a clinical penalty-box poacher, thriving on goal-scoring opportunities with an impressive tally of 22 goals this season. His elite performance places him in the top 10% of his peers, showcasing his finishing ability and positioning instincts. While he has struggled with injuries, his knack for finding the net makes him a vital asset when fit, proving he can be a game-changer in crucial moments.
Strengths: Sofascore rating. Availability: 38 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Martin Braithwaite
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samuel Essendesimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 28 | €2.6m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Héctor Hernándezsimilar↗ | Gil Vicente | 31 | €900k | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Samu Aghehowasimilar↗ | FC Porto | 22 | €46m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Matija Frigansimilar↗ | Parma | 23 | €7.6m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Braian Romerosimilar↗ | Vélez Sarsfield | 35 | €300k | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Ali Sowesimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 32 | €1.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Esteban Lepaulsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 26 | €32m | 89 | 79 |
| 8 | Akor Adamssimilar↗ | Venezia | 26 | €15m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Kaio Jorgesimilar↗ | Cruzeiro | 24 | €24m | 89 | 80 |
| 10 | Ante Budimirsimilar↗ | Osasuna | 35 | €2.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Tolu Arokodaresimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 26 | €18m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Jesús Ramírezsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 28 | €5.2m | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Martin Braithwaite
≈ 100% Martin Braithwaite · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Martin Braithwaite · low reliability
≈ 100% Martin Braithwaite · strong: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Martin Braithwaite?
Statistically, Samuel Essende (FC Augsburg) is the closest look-alike to Martin Braithwaite — a 82/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Martin Braithwaite?
By Doppel's fit score, Samuel Essende (FC Augsburg) is the closest profile to Martin Braithwaite, with a 82/100 overall match. Héctor Hernández and Samu Aghehowa are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Martin Braithwaite?
Yes. Braian Romero (Vélez Sarsfield) plays a similar striker role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Martin Braithwaite?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Martin Braithwaite's 2023/24 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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