Players like Nicolas Höfler
CM/CDMSC Freiburg · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolas Höfler's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nicolas Höfler are Tibe De Vlieger, Anouar El Azzouzi, Luka Hyryläinen. Doppel rates Tibe De Vlieger (KAA Gent) a 75/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Anouar El Azzouzi scores 77/100 at about €1.6m. Data as of September 2026.
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Nicolas Höfler is a tenacious defensive midfielder whose playing style is defined by his robust tackling and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 42% of his peers, he may not shine in creativity, but his exceptional duels won and defensive contributions make him a reliable anchor in midfield. At 36, his durability is impressive, missing only two games in three seasons, showcasing his dependable presence for SC Freiburg.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Duels won, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicolas Höfler
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tibe De Vliegersimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 21 | €2.7m | 91 | 75 |
| 2 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 25 | €1.6m | 91 | 77 |
| 3 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 22 | €1.6m | 88 | 78 |
| 4 | Ibrahima Sissokosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 29 | €1.9m | 87 | 75 |
| 5 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 86 | 76 |
| 6 | Stije Resinksimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 23 | €7.6m | 86 | 75 |
| 7 | Jefferson Lermasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 32 | €5.5m | 85 | 75 |
| 8 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 28 | €2.6m | 85 | 77 |
| 9 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 85 | 77 |
| 10 | Rabby Nzingoulasimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.1m | 85 | 75 |
| 11 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 23 | €2.8m | 84 | 76 |
| 12 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 84 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolas Höfler
≈ 100% Nicolas Höfler · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Nicolas Höfler · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Nicolas Höfler · strong: Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nicolas Höfler?
By Doppel's fit score, Tibe De Vlieger (KAA Gent) is the closest profile to Nicolas Höfler, with a 75/100 overall match. Anouar El Azzouzi and Luka Hyryläinen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicolas Höfler?
Yes. Anouar El Azzouzi (PEC Zwolle) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €1.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicolas Höfler?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicolas Höfler's 2024/25 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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