Players like Assane Diao
RW/LWComo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAssane Diao's profile ↗
The players most similar to Assane Diao are Ayoze Pérez, Weslley Patati, Nicolas Pépé. Doppel rates Ayoze Pérez (Real Betis) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Weslley Patati scores 81/100 at about €4.7m. Data as of September 2026.
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Assane Diao is a dynamic goal-scoring winger, showcasing elite finishing skills with an impressive record of non-penalty goals. His ability to dominate duels, both on the ground and in the air, sets him apart as a potent attacking threat. While his crossing and playmaking metrics suggest room for improvement, his knack for finding the net makes him a valuable asset. Despite some injury setbacks, his performances in Serie A highlight his potential as a top player in the making.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Duels won. Availability: 46 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Assane Diao
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ayoze Pérezsimilar↗ | Real Betis | 33 | €5.4m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Weslley Patatisimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 23 | €4.7m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Nicolas Pépésimilar↗ | Villarreal | 31 | €6.6m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Matteo Cancellierisimilar↗ | Empoli | 24 | €7.2m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Noni Maduekesimilar↗ | Chelsea | 24 | €54m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 21 | €21m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Karim Adeyemisimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 24 | €41m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Brajan Grudasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 22 | €29m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Matías Soulésimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €36m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Edon Zhegrovasimilar↗ | Lille | 27 | €9.5m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Silassimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 28 | €2.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Anton Kadesimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 22 | €10m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Assane Diao
≈ 100% Assane Diao · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Assane Diao · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Assane Diao · strong: Key passes, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Assane Diao?
By Doppel's fit score, Ayoze Pérez (Real Betis) is the closest profile to Assane Diao, with a 81/100 overall match. Weslley Patati and Nicolas Pépé are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Assane Diao?
Yes. Weslley Patati (AZ Alkmaar) plays a similar right winger role and rates 81/100 at roughly €4.7m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Assane Diao?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Assane Diao's 2025/26 season, then ranks right wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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