Players like Patrick Bamford
STSheffield United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitPatrick Bamford's profile ↗
The players most similar to Patrick Bamford are Jean-Philippe Mateta, Gonzalo García, Ricky van Wolfswinkel. Doppel rates Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ricky van Wolfswinkel scores 83/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Patrick Bamford is a goal-scoring striker with a knack for finding the net, evidenced by his impressive non-penalty goals per 90 minutes, placing him in the top 9% of his peers. A reliable presence in the attacking third, he consistently creates big chances and contributes to build-up play. However, his injury history raises concerns about his availability, having missed a significant number of games recently. Despite this, his overall quality remains solid, showcasing his ability to impact matches when fit.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA, Big chances created. Availability: 26 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Patrick Bamford
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jean-Philippe Matetasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 29 | €29m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Gonzalo Garcíasimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 22 | €31m | 94 | 82 |
| 3 | Ricky van Wolfswinkelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 37 | €200k | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Dženan Pejčinovićsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 21 | €16m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Gonçalo Ramossimilar↗ | AC Milan | 25 | €28m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Rodrigo Munizsimilar↗ | Fulham | 25 | €22m | 93 | 83 |
| 7 | Promise Davidsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 25 | €18m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Joël Piroesimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €9.1m | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Luuk de Jongsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 36 | €500k | 92 | 87 |
| 10 | Danny Welbecksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 36 | €3.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Odsonne Édouardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 28 | €11m | 92 | 83 |
| 12 | Nicolò Tresoldisimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 22 | €27m | 92 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Patrick Bamford
≈ 100% Patrick Bamford · strong: Non-penalty goals, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Patrick Bamford · strong: Non-penalty goals, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Patrick Bamford · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Patrick Bamford?
By Doppel's fit score, Jean-Philippe Mateta (Crystal Palace) is the closest profile to Patrick Bamford, with a 84/100 overall match. Gonzalo García and Ricky van Wolfswinkel are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Patrick Bamford?
Yes. Ricky van Wolfswinkel (FC Twente) plays a similar striker role and rates 83/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Patrick Bamford?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Patrick Bamford's 2025/26 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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