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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

#PlayerClubAgeValueTacticalOverall
1Chris Woodsimilar↗Nottingham Forest35€5.2m9482
2Mateusz Żukowskisimilar↗1. FC Magdeburg25€5.7m9384
3Esteban Lepaulsimilar↗Stade Rennais26€32m9281
4Isac Lidbergsimilar↗Darmstadt 9828€5.3m9280
5Josh Sargentsimilar↗Norwich City26€15m9281
6Mauro Icardisimilar↗Galatasaray33€4.2m9182
7Joël Piroesimilar↗Leeds United27€9.1m9082
8Ayase Uedasimilar↗Feyenoord28€17m9082
9Samu Aghehowasimilar↗FC Porto22€46m9082
10Patrick Bamfordsimilar↗Sheffield United33€1.0m8981
11Noel Futkeusimilar↗SpVgg Greuther Fürth24€7.3m8980
12Promise Davidsimilar↗Royale Union Saint-Gilloise25€18m8881

* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons

Why these players match Žan Vipotnik

1. Chris WoodNottingham Forest82/100

≈ 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

2. Mateusz Żukowski1. FC Magdeburg84/100

≈ 100% Žan Vipotnik · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability

Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)

3. Esteban LepaulStade Rennais81/100

≈ 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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