Players like Wagane Faye
CB/RBRAAL La Louvière · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitWagane Faye's profile ↗
The players most similar to Wagane Faye are Taha Altıkardeş, Daniel Tonoli, Ozan Kabak. Doppel rates Taha Altıkardeş (Göztepe) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Emmanuel Kakou scores 83/100 at about €2.2m. Data as of September 2026.
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Wagane Faye is a dynamic centre-back/right-back known for his goal-scoring prowess and defensive reliability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 29%, he stands out for his ability to contribute offensively, netting 3 goals this season, while also excelling in duels and clearances. His durability is a significant asset, missing only 12 games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability in the defensive line.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Duels won. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Wagane Faye
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Terry Devlinsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 23 | €3.9m | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Tristan Cramasimilar↗ | Millwall | 25 | €12m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Wagane Faye
≈ 100% Wagane Faye · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Wagane Faye · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Wagane Faye · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Wagane Faye?
By Doppel's fit score, Taha Altıkardeş (Göztepe) is the closest profile to Wagane Faye, with a 84/100 overall match. Daniel Tonoli and Ozan Kabak are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Wagane Faye?
Yes. Emmanuel Kakou (Cercle Brugge) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €2.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Wagane Faye?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Wagane Faye's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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