Players like Mattia Caldara
CB/RBModena · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitMattia Caldara's profile ↗
Mattia Caldara is a centre-back/right-back for Modena in the Italian Serie B, with 26 appearances and 1 goal in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Caldara include Taha Altıkardeş from Göztepe, who has a fit score of 83/100, and Aiham Ousou of RC Sporting Charleroi, with a fit score of 82/100. Other comparable options are Henrik Heggheim of Viking FK and Gabriele Guarino from Empoli, both fitting well into similar roles.
About Mattia Caldara
Mattia Caldara is a versatile defender who can operate as both a centre-back and right-back, though his overall quality places him in the top 32% of his positional peers. While his durability has been an issue, having missed significant time due to injuries, his experience at clubs like AC Milan adds valuable depth to his game. Although he may not excel in duels or tackles, his adaptability and tactical awareness make him a reliable option when fit, showcasing his ability to read the game effectively.
Availability: 37 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Mattia Caldara
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 92 | 83 |
| 3 | Henrik Heggheimsimilar↗ | Viking FK | 25 | €1.9m | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Niccolò Pierozzisimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €4.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 88 | 83 |
| 8 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 88 | 85 |
| 9 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Mattia Caldara
≈ 100% Mattia Caldara · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Mattia Caldara · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Mattia Caldara · strong: Shots, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Mattia Caldara?
By Doppel's fit score, Taha Altıkardeş (Göztepe) is the closest profile to Mattia Caldara, with a 83/100 overall match. Aiham Ousou and Henrik Heggheim are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Mattia Caldara?
Yes. Hamza El Kaouakibi (Südtirol) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Mattia Caldara?
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