Players like Nicolai Rapp
CM/CDM/CBKarlsruher SC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolai Rapp's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nicolai Rapp are Fabio Ruggeri, Loïc Williams, Márton Dárdai. Doppel rates Fabio Ruggeri (Carrarese) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Christian Dalle Mura scores 82/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nicolai Rapp is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess, excelling in duels with a top 27% ranking among his peers. While he may not be a creative force, his reliability on the pitch is underscored by consistent availability, missing just 14 games over the last three seasons. Although his overall quality sits in the bottom 37% of positional counterparts, Rapp's strength in the air makes him a valuable asset in breaking up opposition play and providing defensive stability.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. Availability: 14 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicolai Rapp
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fabio Ruggerisimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €1.3m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Loïc Williamssimilar↗ | Granada | 24 | €3.3m | 93 | 80 |
| 3 | Márton Dárdaisimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 24 | €2.6m | 93 | 81 |
| 4 | Christian Dalle Murasimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €500k | 93 | 82 |
| 5 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 29 | €600k | 93 | 80 |
| 6 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 92 | 82 |
| 7 | Óscar Rivassimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 26 | €900k | 92 | 80 |
| 8 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 92 | 81 |
| 9 | Niko Koulissimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €400k | 92 | 80 |
| 10 | Xavi Sintessimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €400k | 92 | 81 |
| 11 | Diego Gonzálezsimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 27 | €600k | 91 | 79 |
| 12 | Anselmo Garcia McNultysimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 23 | €1.4m | 91 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolai Rapp
≈ 100% Nicolai Rapp · medium reliability
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≈ 100% Nicolai Rapp · strong: Accurate long balls, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nicolai Rapp?
Statistically, Fabio Ruggeri (Carrarese) is the closest look-alike to Nicolai Rapp — a 81/100 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 Nicolai Rapp?
By Doppel's fit score, Fabio Ruggeri (Carrarese) is the closest profile to Nicolai Rapp, with a 81/100 overall match. Loïc Williams and Márton Dárdai are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicolai Rapp?
Yes. Christian Dalle Mura (Juve Stabia) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicolai Rapp?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicolai Rapp'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.
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