Players like Michael Santos
STCentral Córdoba · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitMichael Santos's profile ↗
Michael Santos is a striker for Central Córdoba in the Argentine Liga Profesional, with 16 appearances in 2026, scoring 4 goals and providing 2 assists. Players similar to Santos include Giuseppe Ambrosino from Frosinone, who has a fit score of 81/100, and Daniel Hanslik of 1. FC Kaiserslautern, with a fit score of 76/100. These players share a comparable role and statistical profile, making them potential alternatives for teams seeking similar attacking options.
About Michael Santos
Michael Santos is a clinical striker with a knack for finishing, ranking in the top 9% for non-penalty goals relative to expected goals. With a solid Sofascore rating, he stands out as a dependable forward, capable of creating big chances and key passes to support his teammates. While he may not excel in possession won in the attacking third, his durability is commendable, having missed only 18 games in three seasons, making him a reliable option in the squad.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created, Key passes. Availability: 18 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Michael Santos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giuseppe Ambrosinosimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €2.1m | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Daniel Hansliksimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 30 | €800k | 89 | 76 |
| 3 | Miguel de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Almería | 27 | €2.1m | 89 | 76 |
| 4 | Stefano Moreosimilar↗ | Pisa | 33 | €1.2m | 89 | 75 |
| 5 | Dawid Kownackisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 29 | €1.6m | 88 | 77 |
| 6 | Antoine Rabillardsimilar↗ | Le Mans | 31 | €600k | 88 | 75 |
| 7 | Kevin Piscoposimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 28 | €300k | 88 | 76 |
| 8 | Corentin Fatousimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 27 | €400k | 87 | 74 |
| 9 | Hacene Benalisimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 27 | €300k | 87 | 77 |
| 10 | Ousmane Camarasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 25 | €2.6m | 87 | 78 |
| 11 | Dennis Srbenysimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 32 | €300k | 87 | 74 |
| 12 | Chupetesimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 22 | €11m | 86 | 75 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Michael Santos
≈ 100% Michael Santos · strong: Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Michael Santos · strong: Sofascore rating, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Clearances /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Michael Santos · strong: Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Michael Santos?
By Doppel's fit score, Giuseppe Ambrosino (Frosinone) is the closest profile to Michael Santos, with a 81/100 overall match. Daniel Hanslik and Miguel de la Fuente are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Michael Santos?
Yes. Kevin Piscopo (Juve Stabia) plays a similar striker role and rates 76/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Michael Santos?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Michael Santos's 2026 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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