Players like Nunzio Lella
CM/CDMVenezia · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNunzio Lella's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nunzio Lella are Kuryu Matsuki, Martin Palumbo, Aarón Martín. Doppel rates Kuryu Matsuki (Southampton) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danijel Aleksić scores 84/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nunzio Lella is a resilient defensive midfielder, showcasing notable strength in aerial duels, ranking in the top 19% of his peers. While his overall quality sits in the bottom 17%, his durability is a major asset, with no games missed in the last three seasons. Despite lower metrics in ball progression and defensive actions, Lella’s presence in the air makes him a reliable option in midfield, contributing to team stability.
Strengths: Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nunzio Lella
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Martin Palumbosimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 24 | €1.6m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | Mirandés | 20 | €700k | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Rafael Bauzàsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 21 | €1.1m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Giovanni Fabbiansimilar↗ | Parma | 23 | €9.3m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Manolo Portanovasimilar↗ | Reggiana | 26 | €200k | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 91 | 85 |
| 10 | Davide Frattesisimilar↗ | Lazio | 27 | €20m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 89 |
| 12 | Cesare Casadeisimilar↗ | Torino | 23 | €16m | 90 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nunzio Lella
≈ 100% Nunzio Lella · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Nunzio Lella · strong: Clearances, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate crosses /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Nunzio Lella · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nunzio Lella?
Statistically, Kuryu Matsuki (Southampton) is the closest look-alike to Nunzio Lella — a 84/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Nunzio Lella?
By Doppel's fit score, Kuryu Matsuki (Southampton) is the closest profile to Nunzio Lella, with a 84/100 overall match. Martin Palumbo and Aarón Martín are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nunzio Lella?
Yes. Danijel Aleksić (Konyaspor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nunzio Lella?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nunzio Lella's 2024/25 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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