Players like Nicola Pavan
CBCittadella · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicola Pavan's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nicola Pavan are Matthew Pollock, Wagane Faye, Maximilian Bauer. Doppel rates Matthew Pollock (Watford) a 82/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Wagane Faye scores 81/100 at about €400k. Data as of July 2026.
About Nicola Pavan
Nicola Pavan is a ball-playing centre-back who excels in distributing the ball from the back, evidenced by his impressive long pass accuracy and ability to create big chances. With a Sofascore rating in the top 22% of his peers, he showcases a mature, reliable presence on the pitch and has proven his durability by missing no games in the last three seasons. While he may not dominate aerial duels, his passing range and vision make him a pivotal player for Cittadella.
Strengths: Big chances created, Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicola Pavan
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 2 | Wagane Fayesimilar↗ | RAAL La Louvière | 33 | €400k | 89 | 81 |
| 3 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 88 | 85 |
| 4 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 87 | 81 |
| 5 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 6 | Brayan Medinasimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €2.7m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 87 | 83 |
| 8 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Teo Quinterosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 27 | €1.2m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 86 | 83 |
| 12 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 30 | €1.0m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicola Pavan
≈ 100% Nicola Pavan · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Nicola Pavan · strong: Accurate crosses, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Nicola Pavan · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nicola Pavan?
By Doppel's fit score, Matthew Pollock (Watford) is the closest profile to Nicola Pavan, with a 82/100 overall match. Wagane Faye and Maximilian Bauer are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicola Pavan?
Yes. Wagane Faye (RAAL La Louvière) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicola Pavan?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicola Pavan's 2024/25 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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