Who should replace Duván Zapata?
STTorino · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDuván Zapata's profile ↗
Duván Zapata is a striker for Torino in Serie A, with 28 appearances, 3 goals, and 1 assist in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking the best replacement for Zapata, Jonas Wind from VfL Wolfsburg offers a strong tactical fit with a score of 81/100, while Gorka Guruzeta of Athletic Club closely follows with a fit score of 80/100. These players could effectively fulfil a similar role in attack.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Kleindienstsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 31 | €7.7m | 91 | 79 |
| 2 | Gorka Guruzetasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 30 | €4.6m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Richarlisonsimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 29 | €24m | 91 | 78 |
| 4 | Jonas Windsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €4.2m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Keinan Davissimilar↗ | Udinese | 28 | €10m | 90 | 80 |
| 6 | Toni Martínezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 29 | €7.3m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Christian Kofanesimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 20 | €41m | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Lukas Nmechasimilar↗ | Leeds United | 28 | €9.1m | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Etta Eyongsimilar↗ | Levante UD | 23 | €16m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Serhou Guirassysimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 30 | €34m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Dženan Pejčinovićsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 21 | €16m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Steve Ngourasimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €4.7m | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Duván Zapata
≈ 100% Duván Zapata · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Duván Zapata · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Duván Zapata · strong: Clearances, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Duván Zapata?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Tim Kleindienst (Borussia M'gladbach) does the closest job to Duván Zapata, at 91/100 on profile. Gorka Guruzeta and Richarlison follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Duván Zapata?
Yes — Jonas Wind (VfL Wolfsburg) plays a similar striker role at roughly €4.2m, a 81/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Duván Zapata?
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