Players like Cian Ashford
RWCardiff City · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitCian Ashford's profile ↗
The players most similar to Cian Ashford are Bryan Limbombe, Jeppe Kjaer, Xeber Alkain. Doppel rates Bryan Limbombe (Heracles Almelo) a 76/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Antoine Larose scores 78/100 at about €300k. Data as of July 2026.
About Cian Ashford
Cian Ashford is a tenacious right winger known for his aggressive pressing and ability to win possession in the attacking third. While he ranks lower in key creative metrics, his durability is a standout trait, having missed no games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability. Although he has room to improve in generating goal-scoring opportunities, his work rate and determination make him a valuable asset to Cardiff City.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Cian Ashford
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bryan Limbombesimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 25 | €400k | 94 | 76 |
| 2 | Jeppe Kjaersimilar↗ | Fredrikstad FK | 22 | €800k | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Xeber Alkainsimilar↗ | Eibar | 29 | €700k | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Antoine Larosesimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 33 | €300k | 92 | 78 |
| 5 | Nicolas Payssimilar↗ | Montpellier | 23 | €2.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Dylan Mbayosimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €800k | 91 | 77 |
| 7 | Joel Mugisha Mvukasimilar↗ | Lorient | 24 | €1.5m | 90 | 79 |
| 8 | Ousmane Diopsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 21 | €300k | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Daniel Lunasimilar↗ | Huesca | 23 | €600k | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Peter Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 77 |
| 11 | Vinícius Lopessimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.6m | 85 | 79 |
| 12 | Kyliane Dongsimilar↗ | Troyes | 22 | €900k | 85 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Cian Ashford
≈ 100% Cian Ashford · strong: Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Cian Ashford · medium reliability
≈ 100% Cian Ashford · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Cian Ashford?
By Doppel's fit score, Bryan Limbombe (Heracles Almelo) is the closest profile to Cian Ashford, with a 76/100 overall match. Jeppe Kjaer and Xeber Alkain are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Cian Ashford?
Yes. Antoine Larose (Annecy FC) plays a similar right winger role and rates 78/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Cian Ashford?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Cian Ashford's 2024/25 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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