Players like Maik Nawrocki
CB/RB/LBHannover 96 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMaik Nawrocki's profile ↗
The players most similar to Maik Nawrocki are Ross Sykes, Dean Huijsen, Konstantinos Koulierakis. Doppel rates Ross Sykes (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) a 88/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jeff Hardeveld scores 86/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Maik Nawrocki is a dynamic ball-playing centre-back who excels in both defensive duties and offensive contributions. Boasting a top 4% Sofascore rating among his peers, he stands out with impressive numbers in non-penalty goals and big chances created, showcasing his ability to influence matches from the back. While his crossing accuracy could improve, his reliability on the pitch, missing only 10 games in the last three seasons, underscores his durability and importance to Hannover 96.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Sofascore rating, Big chances created. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Maik Nawrocki
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 95 | 88 |
| 2 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 21 | €66m | 94 | 83 |
| 3 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 92 | 85 |
| 5 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €46m | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Leeds United | 30 | €3.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 7 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 89 | 86 |
| 8 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Cuiabanosimilar↗ | Botafogo | 23 | €10m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 88 | 85 |
| 11 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 88 | 85 |
| 12 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Maik Nawrocki
≈ 100% Maik Nawrocki · strong: Shots, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Maik Nawrocki · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Maik Nawrocki · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Maik Nawrocki?
By Doppel's fit score, Ross Sykes (Royale Union Saint-Gilloise) is the closest profile to Maik Nawrocki, with a 88/100 overall match. Dean Huijsen and Konstantinos Koulierakis are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Maik Nawrocki?
Yes. Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Maik Nawrocki?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Maik Nawrocki'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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