Players like Sohaib Nair
CBGuingamp · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSohaib Nair's profile ↗
Sohaib Nair is a centre-back for Guingamp in Ligue 2, with 18 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Nair include Harry Darling from Swansea City, who has a fit score of 88/100, and Alejandro Catena of Osasuna, with a fit score of 84/100. These players share a comparable role and statistical profile, making them suitable alternatives for teams seeking defenders like Nair.
About Sohaib Nair
Sohaib Nair is an aggressive front-foot defender, excelling in duels and aerial battles, as evidenced by his top 10% ranking among peers. His impressive Sofascore rating highlights him as a standout performer, showcasing his reliability and durability with only 15 games missed over three seasons. While not known for his playmaking, his defensive prowess and ability to disrupt opposition attacks make him a crucial asset in the backline.
Strengths: Duels won, Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sohaib Nair
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 27 | €4.4m | 95 | 88 |
| 2 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 19 | €64m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 92 | 87 |
| 6 | Chancel Mbembasimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 32 | €1.8m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Ümit Akdağsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 23 | €6.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 91 | 88 |
| 9 | Federico Gattisimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sohaib Nair
≈ 100% Sohaib Nair · strong: Sofascore rating, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Sohaib Nair · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Sohaib Nair · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Sohaib Nair?
By Doppel's fit score, Harry Darling (Swansea City) is the closest profile to Sohaib Nair, with a 88/100 overall match. Luka Vušković and Alejandro Catena are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sohaib Nair?
Yes. Chancel Mbemba (Olympique de Marseille) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.8m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sohaib Nair?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sohaib Nair'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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