Players like Nicolas Schiavi
CDM/CMCarrarese · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolas Schiavi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nicolas Schiavi are Filippo Ranocchia, Yassine Titraoui, Barry Bannan. Doppel rates Filippo Ranocchia (Palermo) a 83/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Barry Bannan scores 82/100 at about €200k. Data as of July 2026.
About Nicolas Schiavi
Nicolas Schiavi is a reliable defensive midfielder known for his strong aerial presence and precise long passing, making him a key orchestrator in the midfield. With an impressive Sofascore rating placing him in the top 16% of his peers, he consistently contributes to both defensive stability and goal support, evidenced by his 6 goals this season. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in three seasons, enhancing his role as a dependable fixture in the squad.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicolas Schiavi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Yassine Titraouisimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 23 | €7.2m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Barry Bannansimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 37 | €200k | 91 | 82 |
| 4 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Victor Torpsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Gjivai Zechiëlsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 22 | €11m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolas Schiavi
≈ 100% Nicolas Schiavi · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Nicolas Schiavi · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Nicolas Schiavi · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nicolas Schiavi?
By Doppel's fit score, Filippo Ranocchia (Palermo) is the closest profile to Nicolas Schiavi, with a 83/100 overall match. Yassine Titraoui and Barry Bannan are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicolas Schiavi?
Yes. Barry Bannan (Sheffield Wednesday) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicolas Schiavi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicolas Schiavi's 2025/26 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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