Players like Stefano Negro
CBCittadella · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitStefano Negro's profile ↗
The players most similar to Stefano Negro are Caleb Taylor, Dan Zagadou, Ze Vitor. Doppel rates Caleb Taylor (Millwall) a 88/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrea Tiritiello scores 88/100 at about €400k. Data as of July 2026.
About Stefano Negro
Stefano Negro is a commanding aerial centre-back with a knack for contributing offensively, evident from his excellent aerial duel success and ability to hit the target from set pieces. Ranking in the top 18% of his positional peers, he showcases reliability and durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While he may not be the most involved in build-up play, his accurate long balls and goal-scoring ability make him a valuable asset in both defensive solidity and attacking threat.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Accurate long balls, Shots. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stefano Negro
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 93 | 88 |
| 2 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 91 | 88 |
| 5 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Keven Schlotterbecksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 29 | €5.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Luton Town | 25 | €6.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 10 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 34 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stefano Negro
≈ 100% Stefano Negro · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Stefano Negro · strong: Aerial duels won %, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Stefano Negro · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Stefano Negro?
By Doppel's fit score, Caleb Taylor (Millwall) is the closest profile to Stefano Negro, with a 88/100 overall match. Dan Zagadou and Ze Vitor are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stefano Negro?
Yes. Andrea Tiritiello (Virtus Entella) plays a similar centre back role and rates 88/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stefano Negro?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stefano Negro's 2023/24 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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