Players like Nico Williams
LWAthletic Club · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNico Williams's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nico Williams are Kenan Yıldız, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Rafael Leão. Doppel rates Kenan Yıldız (Juventus) a 87/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Raheem Sterling scores 83/100 at about €2.9m. Data as of September 2026.
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Nico Williams is a dynamic dribbling winger, excelling in creating chances and linking play from the flanks. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 22% of his peers, he showcases elite dribbling and crossing abilities, making him a constant threat in the final third. Despite a history of injuries limiting his availability, his capacity to win duels and regain possession further emphasizes his impact on the pitch when fit.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 36 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nico Williams
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 96 | 87 |
| 2 | Khvicha Kvaratskheliasimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 25 | €144m | 95 | 83 |
| 3 | Rafael Leãosimilar↗ | AC Milan | 27 | €48m | 95 | 86 |
| 4 | Jérémy Dokusimilar↗ | Manchester City | 24 | €70m | 94 | 83 |
| 5 | Anthony Gordonsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €67m | 93 | 83 |
| 6 | Chris Führichsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €12m | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Raheem Sterlingsimilar↗ | Chelsea | 32 | €2.9m | 93 | 83 |
| 8 | Luis Díazsimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 29 | €76m | 93 | 81 |
| 9 | Crysencio Summervillesimilar↗ | Leeds United | 25 | €49m | 93 | 84 |
| 10 | Mika Godtssimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 21 | €32m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Vinícius Júniorsimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 26 | €146m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 92 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nico Williams
≈ 100% Nico Williams · strong: Key passes, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Nico Williams · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Nico Williams · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nico Williams?
By Doppel's fit score, Kenan Yıldız (Juventus) is the closest profile to Nico Williams, with a 87/100 overall match. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Rafael Leão are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nico Williams?
Yes. Raheem Sterling (Chelsea) plays a similar left winger role and rates 83/100 at roughly €2.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nico Williams?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nico Williams's 2025/26 season, then ranks left wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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