Players like Žan Vipotnik
STBordeaux · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitŽan Vipotnik's profile ↗
Žan Vipotnik is a striker for Bordeaux in Ligue 2, where he has made 44 appearances, scoring 23 goals and providing 3 assists. Players similar to Vipotnik include Chris Wood from Nottingham Forest, with a fit score of 82, and Mateusz Żukowski from 1. FC Magdeburg, who has a fit score of 84. Both players offer comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them potential alternatives to Vipotnik.
About Žan Vipotnik
Žan Vipotnik is a clinical penalty-box poacher, thriving on his exceptional finishing ability, ranking in the top 3% among his peers. With 23 goals in 44 appearances this season, he showcases his knack for converting chances into goals, making him a consistent threat in the final third. His durability is impressive, with no games missed in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability. While not heavily involved in defensive actions, his primary focus on scoring makes him an asset for any attacking lineup.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Žan Vipotnik
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chris Woodsimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 35 | €5.2m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Mateusz Żukowskisimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 25 | €5.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Esteban Lepaulsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 26 | €32m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Isac Lidbergsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 28 | €5.3m | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Josh Sargentsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 26 | €15m | 92 | 81 |
| 6 | Mauro Icardisimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 33 | €4.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Joël Piroesimilar↗ | Leeds United | 27 | €9.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 8 | Ayase Uedasimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 28 | €17m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Samu Aghehowasimilar↗ | FC Porto | 22 | €46m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 33 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Noel Futkeusimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 24 | €7.3m | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Promise Davidsimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 25 | €18m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Žan Vipotnik
≈ 100% Žan Vipotnik · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Žan Vipotnik · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Žan Vipotnik · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Žan Vipotnik?
By Doppel's fit score, Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest) is the closest profile to Žan Vipotnik, with a 82/100 overall match. Mateusz Żukowski and Esteban Lepaul are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Žan Vipotnik?
Yes. Mauro Icardi (Galatasaray) plays a similar striker role and rates 82/100 at roughly €4.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Žan Vipotnik?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Žan Vipotnik'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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