Players like Gianluca Di Chiara
LBCatanzaro · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitGianluca Di Chiara's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gianluca Di Chiara are Joaquín Piquerez, Leif Davis, Bjorn Meijer. Doppel rates Joaquín Piquerez (Palmeiras) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bas Kuipers scores 82/100 at about €800k. Data as of July 2026.
About Gianluca Di Chiara
Gianluca Di Chiara is a dynamic left-back known for his ability to influence play in the attacking third. With a standout Sofascore rating placing him in the top 41% of his peers, he excels in winning possession and delivering accurate final-third passes, making him a valuable asset in build-up play. His aerial prowess and precise crossing further enhance his contribution, while his durability is evident with just 11 games missed over the last three seasons, showcasing his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gianluca Di Chiara
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joaquín Piquerezsimilar↗ | Palmeiras | 28 | €11m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Leif Davissimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 27 | €21m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 89 | 86 |
| 4 | Tommaso Augellosimilar↗ | Palermo | 32 | €1.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 32 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Yaimar Medinasimilar↗ | KRC Genk | 22 | €4.3m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Quilindschy Hartmansimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €16m | 88 | 84 |
| 8 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Andrea Cambiasosimilar↗ | Juventus | 26 | €21m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 87 | 83 |
| 12 | Matthieu Udolsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 30 | €7.7m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gianluca Di Chiara
≈ 100% Gianluca Di Chiara · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Gianluca Di Chiara · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Gianluca Di Chiara · strong: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Gianluca Di Chiara?
By Doppel's fit score, Joaquín Piquerez (Palmeiras) is the closest profile to Gianluca Di Chiara, with a 84/100 overall match. Leif Davis and Bjorn Meijer are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gianluca Di Chiara?
Yes. Bas Kuipers (Go Ahead Eagles) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gianluca Di Chiara?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gianluca Di Chiara's 2023/24 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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