Players like Taxiarchis Fountas
CAM/LWTrabzonspor · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitTaxiarchis Fountas's profile ↗
The players most similar to Taxiarchis Fountas are Amath Ndiaye, Shola Shoretire, Irakli Yegoian. Doppel rates Amath Ndiaye (Real Valladolid) a 76/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Amath Ndiaye scores 76/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Taxiarchis Fountas is a tenacious attacking midfielder with a defensive edge, excelling in tackles and interceptions, ranking in the top 8% of his peers. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom 34%, his reliability shines through with only 14 games missed in three seasons. While creativity in the final third may not be his forte, his work rate and defensive contributions make him a valuable asset in pressing systems.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 14 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Taxiarchis Fountas
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amath Ndiayesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €600k | 92 | 76 |
| 2 | Shola Shoretiresimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 22 | €1.9m | 90 | 76 |
| 3 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 90 | 76 |
| 4 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 89 | 76 |
| 5 | Gorka Gorosabelsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 20 | €1.0m | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Rayan Lutinsimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €800k | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Anthony Bermontsimilar↗ | Angers | 21 | €1.1m | 87 | 79 |
| 8 | Ansgar Knauffsimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €16m | 87 | 77 |
| 9 | Carlos Eduardosimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 30 | €500k | 86 | 77 |
| 10 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 85 | 78 |
| 11 | Lance Duijvestijnsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €700k | 85 | 77 |
| 12 | Jon Guruzetasimilar↗ | Eibar | 26 | €600k | 85 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Taxiarchis Fountas
≈ 100% Taxiarchis Fountas · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Taxiarchis Fountas · medium reliability
≈ 100% Taxiarchis Fountas · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Taxiarchis Fountas?
Statistically, Amath Ndiaye (Real Valladolid) is the closest look-alike to Taxiarchis Fountas — a 76/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Taxiarchis Fountas?
By Doppel's fit score, Amath Ndiaye (Real Valladolid) is the closest profile to Taxiarchis Fountas, with a 76/100 overall match. Shola Shoretire and Irakli Yegoian are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Taxiarchis Fountas?
Yes. Amath Ndiaye (Real Valladolid) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 76/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Taxiarchis Fountas?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Taxiarchis Fountas's 2023/24 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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