Players like Nico Elvedi
CBLeeds United · 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 October 2026.
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Nico Elvedi is a commanding ball-playing centre-back whose distribution and defensive intelligence stand out. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 28% of his peers, he excels in clearances and has a knack for creating big chances, showcasing his ability to transition play effectively. While not known for his dribbling or crossing, his reliability is evident, having missed only 12 games in the last three seasons, making him a durable asset in the heart of the defence.
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↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Jan Paul van Heckesimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 26 | €65m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Maximilian Wöbersimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 28 | €2.7m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Marcos Senesisimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 29 | €23m | 87 | 80 |
| 11 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 87 | 85 |
| 12 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 87 | 83 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Nico Elvedi?
Statistically, Antonio Raíllo (Mallorca) is the closest look-alike to Nico Elvedi — a 80/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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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