Players like Claus Niyukuri
RBSarpsborg 08 · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitClaus Niyukuri's profile ↗
The players most similar to Claus Niyukuri are Shaquil Delos, Kaine Kesler-Hayden, Yan Valery. Doppel rates Shaquil Delos (Grenoble Foot 38) a 81/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Shaquil Delos scores 81/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Claus Niyukuri is an aggressive, forward-thinking right-back who excels in aerial duels and contributes significantly to the attack with his goal-scoring ability and successful dribbles. With his Sofascore rating placing him in the top 29% of his peers, he showcases a well-rounded skill set that makes him a valuable asset on both ends of the pitch. While his crossing and long ball accuracy could improve, his durability and consistent performances over the past three seasons highlight his reliability as a key player for Sarpsborg 08.
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 | Kaine Kesler-Haydensimilar↗ | Coventry City | 24 | €3.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Yan Valerysimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 27 | €1.5m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Daniel Imraysimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €700k | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Bryan Reynoldssimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €3.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Givairo Readsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 20 | €24m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Cláudio Wincksimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €800k | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Laurin Curdasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 25 | €2.8m | 86 | 84 |
| 9 | Arda Kurtulansimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €6.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Santiago Sallesimilar↗ | Sarmiento | 22 | €900k | 86 | 84 |
| 11 | Filippo Missorisimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 22 | €1.9m | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Jayden Boglesimilar↗ | Leeds United | 26 | €16m | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · 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, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Claus Niyukuri · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Claus Niyukuri?
Statistically, Shaquil Delos (Grenoble Foot 38) is the closest look-alike to Claus Niyukuri — a 81/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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. Kaine Kesler-Hayden and Yan Valery 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?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Claus Niyukuri's 2026 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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