Players like Dimitrios Nikolaou
CB/LBBari · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDimitrios Nikolaou's profile ↗
Dimitrios Nikolaou is a centre-back/left-back for Bari in Serie B, aged 28, with a market value of €1m. Players similar to Nikolaou include Peter Ouaneh from Stade Lavallois, who has a fit score of 79/100, and Yoann Salmier of Clermont Foot, with a fit score of 77/100. These players exhibit comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them suitable alternatives for teams seeking similar defensive capabilities.
About Dimitrios Nikolaou
Dimitrios Nikolaou is a reliable positional defender, showcasing his aerial prowess as a key strength with a top 19% ranking in aerial duels won. While not a high-impact contributor in attack, his durability shines through with no missed games in the last three seasons, making him a consistent presence at the back. Despite his lower rankings in tackles and interceptions, he remains a dependable option in defense.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Dimitrios Nikolaou
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peter Ouanehsimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 28 | €600k | 92 | 79 |
| 2 | Yoann Salmiersimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 34 | €700k | 90 | 77 |
| 3 | Filip Beckmansimilar↗ | GAIS | 23 | €800k | 90 | 78 |
| 4 | Victor Mayelasimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 22 | €2.2m | 89 | 78 |
| 5 | Lluís Lópezsimilar↗ | Real Zaragoza | 29 | €500k | 89 | 78 |
| 6 | Matia Barzićsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 22 | €900k | 89 | 80 |
| 7 | Iker Cordobasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 21 | €500k | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Julien Kouadiosimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 27 | €900k | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Loris Mouyokolosimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 25 | €1.2m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | August Erlingmarksimilar↗ | IFK Göteborg | 28 | €800k | 88 | 77 |
| 11 | Iker Reciosimilar↗ | Cádiz | 25 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
| 12 | Alexander Jallowsimilar↗ | Brescia | 28 | €500k | 87 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dimitrios Nikolaou
≈ 100% Dimitrios Nikolaou · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Dimitrios Nikolaou · low reliability
≈ 100% Dimitrios Nikolaou · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Dimitrios Nikolaou?
By Doppel's fit score, Peter Ouaneh (Stade Lavallois) is the closest profile to Dimitrios Nikolaou, with a 79/100 overall match. Yoann Salmier and Filip Beckman are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dimitrios Nikolaou?
Yes. Lluís López (Real Zaragoza) plays a similar centre back role and rates 78/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dimitrios Nikolaou?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dimitrios Nikolaou'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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