Players like Sohaib Nair
CBGuingamp · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSohaib Nair's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sohaib Nair are Harry Darling, Luka Vušković, Alejandro Catena. Doppel rates Harry Darling (Swansea City) a 88/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Chancel Mbemba scores 84/100 at about €1.8m. Data as of September 2026.
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Sohaib Nair is an aggressive front-foot defender, excelling in duels and aerial battles, marking him as a key figure in defensive solidity. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his peers, he showcases elite quality, consistently winning duels and asserting dominance in the air. While he may not contribute significantly in build-up play, his reliability is underscored by only 15 games missed over the last three seasons, making him a durable asset for any backline.
Strengths: Duels won, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won. 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 · 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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