Players like Claus Niyukuri
RBSarpsborg 08 · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitClaus Niyukuri's profile ↗
Claus Niyukuri is a right-back for Sarpsborg 08 in the Eliteserien, where he has made 13 appearances, contributing 1 goal and 3 assists over 867 minutes. Players similar to Niyukuri include Shaquil Delos from Grenoble Foot 38, with a fit score of 81/100, and Yan Valery of Sheffield Wednesday, who has a fit score of 81/100. These players share a comparable role and statistical profile, making them suitable alternatives for teams seeking a right-back.
About Claus Niyukuri
Claus Niyukuri is an aggressive, forward-thinking right-back known for his aerial prowess and goal-scoring ability. With a Sofascore rating in the top 37% of his positional peers, he excels in aerial duels and displays impressive finishing skills, adding a unique attacking threat from the back. His reliability is evident with only 17 games missed in the last three seasons, showcasing his durability and consistency. While his long balls and crossing could improve, his knack for impactful dribbles and contributions in front of goal set him apart.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Successful dribbles. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Claus Niyukuri
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shaquil Delossimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 27 | €500k | 95 | 81 |
| 2 | Rubén Sánchezsimilar↗ | Granada | 25 | €1.7m | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Kaine Kesler-Haydensimilar↗ | Preston North End | 24 | €3.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Yan Valerysimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 27 | €1.5m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Daniel Imraysimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €700k | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Bryan Reynoldssimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €3.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Givairo Readsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 20 | €24m | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Cláudio Wincksimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €800k | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 86 | 84 |
| 10 | Arda Kurtulansimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €6.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | Santiago Sallesimilar↗ | San Martín de San Juan | 22 | €900k | 86 | 84 |
| 12 | Filippo Missorisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.9m | 86 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Claus Niyukuri
≈ 100% Claus Niyukuri · strong: Successful dribbles, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Claus Niyukuri · strong: Successful dribbles, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Claus Niyukuri · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Claus Niyukuri?
By Doppel's fit score, Shaquil Delos (Grenoble Foot 38) is the closest profile to Claus Niyukuri, with a 81/100 overall match. Rubén Sánchez and Kaine Kesler-Hayden are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Claus Niyukuri?
Yes. Shaquil Delos (Grenoble Foot 38) plays a similar right back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Claus Niyukuri?
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