Replacing Kylian Mbappé is the question on everyone’s mind in Paris, starting with the club’s management. Naturally, numerous names have already surfaced in the press, both in France and across Europe.
Among the leading candidates are Victor Osimhen, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Rafael Leão, and Bernardo Silva, each with a different profile and playing style. Other options are also frequently mentioned, such as Lamine Yamal, although our information suggests it’s not currently on the table. The possibility of entrusting the attack to Xavi Simons also frequently resurfaces.
On another note, BeSoccer, an advanced statistical analysis tool, has revealed the three ideal players to replace Mbappé in Paris.
A Gunner leads the pack
BeSoccer believes that the best candidate to replace Mbappé is Gabriel Jesus, the Brazilian striker from Arsenal. The tool estimates that he shares “71%” similarity with the French forward, based on a range of statistical data, from classic key passes or passes in the final third of the pitch to other defensive statistics like recoveries in the opponent’s half. This might come as a bit surprising since the Brazilian has lost significance in recent weeks, experiencing a dip in form and failing to score any goals since the end of January.
The second player who would be an ideal candidate for post-Mbappé, according to big data, is Vangelis Pavlidis. Shining with AZ Alkmaar, where he has scored 32 goals this season, he closely resembles the playing style of the French star. Finally, completing the podium is a player well acquainted with Ligue 1 and previously linked to PSG: Loïs Openda, a standout for RB Leipzig and a former Lens player. It remains to be seen if PSG’s management will take all this into account…
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