Players like Nahki Wells
STBristol City · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNahki Wells's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nahki Wells are Shavy Babicka, Joe Gelhardt, Sam Lammers. Doppel rates Shavy Babicka (Toulouse) a 80/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Shavy Babicka scores 80/100 at about €1.5m. Data as of July 2026.
About Nahki Wells
Nahki Wells is a versatile striker known for his intelligent positioning and clinical finishing, making him a valuable asset in the attacking third. With a Sofascore rating in the top 49% of his peers, he showcases strong tackling and interception abilities, adding depth to his game. While not dominant in aerial duels, his reliability is evident, having missed only 13 games in three seasons. Wells combines experience with a knack for scoring, making him a consistent threat in the Championship.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nahki Wells
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shavy Babickasimilar↗ | Toulouse | 26 | €1.5m | 94 | 80 |
| 2 | Joe Gelhardtsimilar↗ | Hull City | 24 | €15m | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Sam Lammerssimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 29 | €4.3m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Maximilian Beiersimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 24 | €43m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Raul Floruczsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 25 | €3.8m | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Mohamed Bambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 25 | €1.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Evann Guessandsimilar↗ | Nice | 25 | €24m | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Jonathan Davidsimilar↗ | Lille | 26 | €29m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Ricky van Wolfswinkelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 37 | €200k | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Antoine Griezmannsimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 35 | €7.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Denis Drăguşsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 27 | €1.9m | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Arnaud Kalimuendosimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nahki Wells
≈ 100% Nahki Wells · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Nahki Wells · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Successful dribbles /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Nahki Wells · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nahki Wells?
By Doppel's fit score, Shavy Babicka (Toulouse) is the closest profile to Nahki Wells, with a 80/100 overall match. Joe Gelhardt and Sam Lammers are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nahki Wells?
Yes. Shavy Babicka (Toulouse) plays a similar striker role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.5m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nahki Wells?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nahki Wells's 2024/25 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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