Players like Samu Aghehowa
STFC Porto · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSamu Aghehowa's profile ↗
The players most similar to Samu Aghehowa are Santiago Giménez, Callum Wilson, Myron Boadu. Doppel rates Santiago Giménez (Feyenoord) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Myron Boadu scores 86/100 at about €3.8m. Data as of September 2026.
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Samu Aghehowa is a clinical striker, thriving as a penalty-box poacher with an impressive knack for finding the net, showcased by his top 7% ranking in non-penalty goals per 90 minutes. His finishing ability and shot volume further highlight his elite status, placing him in the top 9% and 13% respectively among peers. While he has struggled with injuries, limiting his appearances, his scoring prowess makes him a key asset for FC Porto.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots. Availability: 20 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Samu Aghehowa
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santiago Giménezsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €19m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Callum Wilsonsimilar↗ | West Ham United | 34 | €4.3m | 94 | 82 |
| 3 | Myron Boadusimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 25 | €3.8m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Moise Keansimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 26 | €33m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Dušan Vlahovićsimilar↗ | Juventus | 26 | €34m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Ricardo Pepisimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 23 | €31m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Odsonne Édouardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 28 | €11m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Robert Lewandowskisimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 38 | €6.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Elye Wahisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 23 | €19m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Haji Wrightsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 28 | €17m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Viktor Gyökeressimilar↗ | Sporting CP | 28 | €61m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Stefano Marinosimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €1.0m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Samu Aghehowa
≈ 100% Samu Aghehowa · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Samu Aghehowa · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Samu Aghehowa · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Samu Aghehowa?
By Doppel's fit score, Santiago Giménez (Feyenoord) is the closest profile to Samu Aghehowa, with a 87/100 overall match. Callum Wilson and Myron Boadu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Samu Aghehowa?
Yes. Myron Boadu (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar striker role and rates 86/100 at roughly €3.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Samu Aghehowa?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Samu Aghehowa's 2025/26 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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