Players like Nicolò Calabrese
CB/RBCarrarese · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolò Calabrese's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nicolò Calabrese are Raphaël Lipinski, Álex Pastor, Dies Janse. Doppel rates Raphaël Lipinski (Rodez AF) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Álex Pastor scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of July 2026.
About Nicolò Calabrese
Nicolò Calabrese is a versatile defender with a knack for contributing offensively, showcasing his potential as a mobile right-back. He stands out in finishing, ranking in the top 22% among his peers, making him a surprising threat in the final third. With an impressive durability record, having missed no games in the last three seasons, he brings reliability and consistency to the backline, although he could improve his involvement in play.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicolò Calabrese
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raphaël Lipinskisimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 24 | €1.4m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Álex Pastorsimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 27 | €300k | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 4 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 87 | 80 |
| 5 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 85 | 81 |
| 7 | Yan Valerysimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 27 | €1.5m | 85 | 81 |
| 8 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 84 | 80 |
| 9 | Rodrigo Pinheirosimilar↗ | Famalicão | 24 | €4.7m | 83 | 82 |
| 10 | Brayann Pereirasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €1.1m | 83 | 82 |
| 11 | Tiago Esgaiosimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 31 | €1.0m | 83 | 81 |
| 12 | Alan Núñezsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 22 | €900k | 82 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolò Calabrese
≈ 100% Nicolò Calabrese · low reliability
≈ 100% Nicolò Calabrese · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Nicolò Calabrese · strong: Sofascore rating, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nicolò Calabrese?
By Doppel's fit score, Raphaël Lipinski (Rodez AF) is the closest profile to Nicolò Calabrese, with a 81/100 overall match. Álex Pastor and Dies Janse are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicolò Calabrese?
Yes. Álex Pastor (Málaga CF) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicolò Calabrese?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicolò Calabrese'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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