Evann Guessand is a player reported to be on Wolves’ transfer radar to strengthen Vitor Pereira’s attack.
Wolves are considering a move for Guessand, who currently represents OGC Nice in Ligue 1.
It doesn’t take an expert to uncover why the Old Gold have an eye on the 23-year-old, who recorded 21 goal contributions in the French top flight last season.
The Old Gold aren’t alone in their pursuit of the Ivorian, as Jose Mourinho made contact with Guessand regarding a possible transfer to Fenerbahce
The three-time Premier League-winning manager sees the Nice star’s qualities, just as those at Wolves seem to, in what is set to be a fascinating transfer race.
This summer, it’s imperative that the Old Gold sign a forward to replenish the threat lost with the departure of Matheus Cunha, whom Guessand could replace.
Comparing players to one another is difficult as each individual can offer something entirely different based on teammates, tactics and clubs, but for those who aren’t familiar with Guessand’s game, identifying his statistical equals is useful.
That’s why Molineux News have rounded up a list of Premier League players, both past and present, that are considered to be statistically comparable to Guessand, as per data provided by FBref.
- READ MORE: Fosun can prove ‘penny drop’ theory right by breaking the bank for ‘elite’ Evann Guessand
Past and present Premier League forwards comparable to Evann Guessand
Leandro Trossard – Arsenal
The most comparable forward to Guessand is Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard, who has been utilised as both a winger and a forward by Gunners manager Mikel Arteta.
This gives an indication about the Ivory Coast international’s strengths in a variety of finishing and play-making areas.
| Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 208 | 46 | 35 |
Diogo Jota – Liverpool
One for Wolves fans is Diogo Jota, who is ranked by FBref as the seventh-most comparable forward to Guessand.
Like Trossard, Jota’s versatility makes him stand out from other forwards in the English top-flight, as those at Molineux know all too well.
| Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 190 | 63 | 24 |
Omar Marmoush – Manchester City
The ninth-most comparable forward to the Wolves target is one of excitement, as Manchester City’s Omar Marmoush is a player of remarkable quality.
Before signing for City, the Egyptian contributed to a massive 25 goals in 17 appearances in the 2024/25 Bundesliga for Eintracht Frankfurt.
Being statistically comparable to a player of Marmoush’s profile should get Wolves fans excited about links to Guessand.
| Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 16 | 7 | 2 |
Julian Alvarez – Atletico Madrid – formerly Manchester City
Moving on to former players now, and fifth on FBref’s comparable list, is ex-Man City star Julian Alvarez.
Wherever the Argentine goes, he scores goals, making him another encouraging profile for Guessand to be likened to.
| Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 67 | 20 | 11 |
Ayoze Perez – Villarreal – formerly Leicester City and Newcastle United
In sixth place, and the final player with Premier League ties on Guessand’s comparable list, is former Leicester City and Newcastle United striker Ayoze Perez.
The Tenerife-born star scored 19 goals in La Liga last season, showing fantastic form after leaving Leicester permanently in 2023.
| Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| 223 | 45 | 17 |