How to reply a faculty to ask him to recommend you to another faculty who might be recruiting this year?
No - this professor doesn't know who you are or if you're any good. They saw your research interests, and they didn't align to what they're looking for right now. Somewhat doubtful they even read your CV.
If they didn't say &quot;I recommend you contact Dr. Y,&quot; then there is nothing material you can get from them.