Players like Nico Elvedi
CBBorussia M'gladbach · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNico Elvedi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nico Elvedi are Antonio Raíllo, Albian Hajdari, Leo Greiml. Doppel rates Antonio Raíllo (Mallorca) a 80/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Leo Greiml scores 82/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Nico Elvedi is a commanding ball-playing centre-back, excelling in defensive actions with elite clearance stats and a solid ability to initiate attacks from the back. His top 19% Sofascore rating reflects his overall quality, showcasing his reliability and playmaking skills with notable contributions in key passes and big chances created. With only 12 games missed in the last three seasons, he demonstrates durability and consistency, making him a vital asset in any defensive setup.
Strengths: Clearances, Touches, Big chances created. Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nico Elvedi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Antonio Raíllosimilar↗ | Mallorca | 35 | €1.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 2 | Albian Hajdarisimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €24m | 89 | 83 |
| 3 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 21 | €66m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Jan Paul van Heckesimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 26 | €49m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 88 | 81 |
| 7 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Marcos Senesisimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 29 | €23m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 87 | 84 |
| 11 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 87 | 83 |
| 12 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 25 | €1.4m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nico Elvedi
≈ 100% Nico Elvedi · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nico Elvedi · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Big chances created /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nico Elvedi · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nico Elvedi?
By Doppel's fit score, Antonio Raíllo (Mallorca) is the closest profile to Nico Elvedi, with a 80/100 overall match. Albian Hajdari and Leo Greiml are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nico Elvedi?
Yes. Leo Greiml (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nico Elvedi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nico Elvedi'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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