Players like Raffaele Maiello
CM/CDMBari · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitRaffaele Maiello's profile ↗
Raffaele Maiello is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Bari in Serie B. In the 2024/25 season, he made 14 appearances, scoring once in 625 minutes of play. Players similar to Maiello include Tomáš Souček from West Ham United, with a fit score of 80/100, and Philipp Sander from Borussia M'gladbach, who has a fit score of 76/100, both showcasing comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Raffaele Maiello
Raffaele Maiello is a reliable defensive midfielder, known for his aerial prowess and ability to disrupt opposition play. With a top 42% rating among his peers, he excels in winning aerial duels and delivering accurate long balls, showcasing his capability to control the game from deep. His durability is a significant asset, having missed few games this season, while he maintains a solid presence in tackles and interceptions, making him a dependable anchor in midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls, Clearances.
12 players most similar to Raffaele Maiello
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 88 | 80 |
| 2 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 88 | 76 |
| 3 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 88 | 77 |
| 4 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 26 | €700k | 87 | 78 |
| 5 | Manu Morlanessimilar↗ | Mallorca | 27 | €2.2m | 87 | 77 |
| 6 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 86 | 78 |
| 7 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 86 | 78 |
| 8 | Zico Buurmeestersimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 24 | €1.3m | 85 | 77 |
| 9 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 85 | 77 |
| 10 | Jack Hinshelwoodsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 21 | €27m | 85 | 77 |
| 11 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 84 | 77 |
| 12 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 84 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Raffaele Maiello
≈ 100% Raffaele Maiello · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Raffaele Maiello · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Raffaele Maiello · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Raffaele Maiello?
By Doppel's fit score, Tomáš Souček (West Ham United) is the closest profile to Raffaele Maiello, with a 80/100 overall match. Philipp Sander and Giulio Maggiore are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Raffaele Maiello?
Yes. Giulio Maggiore (Salernitana) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Raffaele Maiello?
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