Players like Giovanni Zaro
CBCesena · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGiovanni Zaro's profile ↗
The players most similar to Giovanni Zaro are Yerry Mina, Ze Vitor, Adil Demirbağ. Doppel rates Yerry Mina (Cagliari) a 82/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Timo Hübers scores 83/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Giovanni Zaro is a commanding aerial presence and a ball-playing centre-back, excelling in both defensive duties and distribution. With a Sofascore rating in the top 14% of his peers, he showcases exceptional ability in aerial duels and accurate long balls, making him a reliable figure at the back. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, further solidifying his reputation as a dependable defender.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Giovanni Zaro
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yerry Minasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 32 | €2.3m | 91 | 82 |
| 2 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Kialonda Gasparsimilar↗ | Lecce | 29 | €2.9m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 89 | 86 |
| 8 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Giovanni Zaro
≈ 100% Giovanni Zaro · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Giovanni Zaro · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Giovanni Zaro · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Giovanni Zaro?
Statistically, Yerry Mina (Cagliari) is the closest look-alike to Giovanni Zaro — a 82/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Giovanni Zaro?
By Doppel's fit score, Yerry Mina (Cagliari) is the closest profile to Giovanni Zaro, with a 82/100 overall match. Ze Vitor and Adil Demirbağ are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Giovanni Zaro?
Yes. Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Giovanni Zaro?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Giovanni Zaro'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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