Players like Fabrizio Brignani
CBMantova · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFabrizio Brignani's profile ↗
The players most similar to Fabrizio Brignani are Gabriele Bracaglia, Kacper Potulski, Caleb Taylor. Doppel rates Gabriele Bracaglia (Frosinone) a 87/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, David Zec scores 86/100 at about €2.3m. Data as of July 2026.
About Fabrizio Brignani
Fabrizio Brignani is an attacking ball-playing centre-back, showcasing impressive offensive contributions alongside solid defensive capabilities. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 29% of his peers, he stands out for his ability to score and create chances, highlighted by his top 9% ranking in shots per 90 and key passes per 90. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in defense.
Strengths: Shots, Key passes, Non-penalty goals. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Fabrizio Brignani
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gabriele Bracagliasimilar↗ | Frosinone | 23 | €3.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 92 | 85 |
| 3 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 4 | David Zecsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 26 | €2.3m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 27 | €4.4m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Wes Hardingsimilar↗ | Millwall | 30 | €800k | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Patrick Nkoasimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 27 | €700k | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 88 | 86 |
| 12 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fabrizio Brignani
≈ 100% Fabrizio Brignani · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Fabrizio Brignani · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Fabrizio Brignani · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Fabrizio Brignani?
By Doppel's fit score, Gabriele Bracaglia (Frosinone) is the closest profile to Fabrizio Brignani, with a 87/100 overall match. Kacper Potulski and Caleb Taylor are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Fabrizio Brignani?
Yes. David Zec (Holstein Kiel) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €2.3m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Fabrizio Brignani?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Fabrizio Brignani's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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