Players like Fabio Ruggeri
CB/RBCarrarese · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFabio Ruggeri's profile ↗
The players most similar to Fabio Ruggeri are Robin Hranáč, Danilho Doekhi, Gustavo Martins. Doppel rates Robin Hranáč (TSG Hoffenheim) a 82/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Miguel Nóbrega scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Fabio Ruggeri is a reliable, aggressive defender, excelling in duels and showcasing a strong presence in one-on-one situations. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 50% of his positional peers, he’s proven to be a durable asset, missing no games in three seasons. While his offensive contributions are modest, his defensive prowess and consistency make him a valuable player on the backline.
Strengths: Duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Fabio Ruggeri
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robin Hranáčsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €11m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | Lazio | 28 | €14m | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Gustavo Martinssimilar↗ | Grêmio | 24 | €4.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Gustaf Lagerbielkesimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 26 | €10m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 89 | 81 |
| 6 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 26 | €400k | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 22 | €700k | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Axel Disasisimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 28 | €16m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fabio Ruggeri
≈ 100% Fabio Ruggeri · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Fabio Ruggeri · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Fabio Ruggeri · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Fabio Ruggeri?
Statistically, Robin Hranáč (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest look-alike to Fabio Ruggeri — a 82/100 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 Fabio Ruggeri?
By Doppel's fit score, Robin Hranáč (TSG Hoffenheim) is the closest profile to Fabio Ruggeri, with a 82/100 overall match. Danilho Doekhi and Gustavo Martins are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Fabio Ruggeri?
Yes. Miguel Nóbrega (Vitória SC) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Fabio Ruggeri?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Fabio Ruggeri's 2025/26 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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