Players like Andrija Novakovich
STReggiana · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAndrija Novakovich's profile ↗
The players most similar to Andrija Novakovich are Nesta Elphege, Dawda Camara, Oscar Vilhelmsson. Doppel rates Nesta Elphege (Grenoble Foot 38) a 77/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Oscar Vilhelmsson scores 76/100 at about €600k. Data as of September 2026.
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Andrija Novakovich is a robust target man, excelling in aerial duels and providing a physical presence in the attacking third. While his Sofascore rating places him in the bottom third of his peers, his durability stands out—having missed no games in the last three seasons. Although his creative contributions are limited, his ability to win headers makes him a valuable asset in set-piece situations and for linking up play in the final third.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Andrija Novakovich
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nesta Elphegesimilar↗ | Grenoble Foot 38 | 25 | €3.7m | 94 | 77 |
| 2 | Dawda Camarasimilar↗ | Cádiz | 24 | €1.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Oscar Vilhelmssonsimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 23 | €600k | 89 | 76 |
| 4 | Mihailo Ivanovićsimilar↗ | Millwall | 22 | €8.7m | 88 | 77 |
| 5 | Alexander Ahl Holmstromsimilar↗ | GAIS | 27 | €600k | 88 | 76 |
| 6 | Jan Luca Schulersimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 27 | €700k | 88 | 77 |
| 7 | Sam Smithsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 28 | €1.2m | 88 | 77 |
| 8 | Alvaro Garcia-Pascualsimilar↗ | Cádiz | 24 | €1.3m | 88 | 78 |
| 9 | German Onugkhasimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 30 | €1.7m | 87 | 75 |
| 10 | Dawid Kownackisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 29 | €1.6m | 87 | 76 |
| 11 | Álex Millánsimilar↗ | Leganés | 27 | €800k | 87 | 76 |
| 12 | Omar Sadiksimilar↗ | Pau FC | 22 | €800k | 86 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Andrija Novakovich
≈ 100% Andrija Novakovich · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Andrija Novakovich · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Andrija Novakovich · strong: Clearances, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Andrija Novakovich?
By Doppel's fit score, Nesta Elphege (Grenoble Foot 38) is the closest profile to Andrija Novakovich, with a 77/100 overall match. Dawda Camara and Oscar Vilhelmsson are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Andrija Novakovich?
Yes. Oscar Vilhelmsson (Darmstadt 98) plays a similar striker role and rates 76/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Andrija Novakovich?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Andrija Novakovich's 2025/26 season, then ranks strikers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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