Players like Nermin Karić
CMVirtus Entella · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNermin Karić's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nermin Karić are Rafael Lubach, Sonny Carey, Ryoya Morishita. Doppel rates Rafael Lubach (1. FC Nürnberg) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Levi Smans scores 89/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
Building your XI? Put Nermin Karić in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →About Nermin Karić
Nermin Karić is a creative central midfielder known for his precise crossing and successful dribbling, making him a valuable playmaker in the final third. His Sofascore rating positions him in the bottom 47% of his peers, but his durability stands out, with no games missed in three seasons. While he excels in generating chances with his xG and xA contributions, he could improve defensively, particularly in tackles and duels.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Successful dribbles, xG + xA. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nermin Karić
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Sonny Careysimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 25 | €4.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Luis Hasasimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €4.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 93 | 89 |
| 6 | Karamoko Dembélésimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €2.1m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Florent Muslijasimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 28 | €1.9m | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Jack Rudonisimilar↗ | Coventry City | 25 | €21m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Tommaso Bertisimilar↗ | Cesena | 22 | €6.0m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 92 | 88 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nermin Karić
≈ 100% Nermin Karić · strong: Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Nermin Karić · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Nermin Karić · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nermin Karić?
Statistically, Rafael Lubach (1. FC Nürnberg) is the closest look-alike to Nermin Karić — a 87/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Nermin Karić?
By Doppel's fit score, Rafael Lubach (1. FC Nürnberg) is the closest profile to Nermin Karić, with a 87/100 overall match. Sonny Carey and Ryoya Morishita are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nermin Karić?
Yes. Levi Smans (SC Heerenveen) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 89/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nermin Karić?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nermin Karić's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →