Players like Nicolas Cozza
LB/CBNantes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolas Cozza's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nicolas Cozza are Kazımcan Karataş, Marvin Peersman, Yanis Zouaoui. Doppel rates Kazımcan Karataş (Başakşehir FK) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Peersman scores 84/100 at about €200k. Data as of September 2026.
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Nicolas Cozza is a durable defensive asset, excelling as a left-back with a strong ability to win possession in the attacking third, showcasing his effectiveness in pressing situations. Despite his limited attacking contributions and low overall Sofascore rating, his consistent availability makes him a reliable option on the pitch. While his aerial duels may need improvement, his presence in defensive schemes remains valuable for Nantes.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicolas Cozza
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kazımcan Karataşsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €2.1m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Marvin Peersmansimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 35 | €200k | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Yanis Zouaouisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 28 | €2.3m | 90 | 86 |
| 4 | Brando Moruzzisimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €1.4m | 90 | 88 |
| 5 | Giuseppe Pezzellasimilar↗ | Empoli | 29 | €2.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 7 | Liberato Cacacesimilar↗ | Empoli | 26 | €2.3m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Vasilios Zagaritissimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 25 | €3.2m | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Luca Netzsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 23 | €7.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Derrick Köhnsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 27 | €4.2m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 88 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolas Cozza
≈ 100% Nicolas Cozza · strong: Key passes, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, xG + xA /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Nicolas Cozza · strong: xG + xA, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Nicolas Cozza · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nicolas Cozza?
By Doppel's fit score, Kazımcan Karataş (Başakşehir FK) is the closest profile to Nicolas Cozza, with a 87/100 overall match. Marvin Peersman and Yanis Zouaoui are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicolas Cozza?
Yes. Marvin Peersman (FC Groningen) plays a similar left back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicolas Cozza?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicolas Cozza's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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