Players like Dan Zagadou
CB/LBVfB Stuttgart · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDan Zagadou's profile ↗
The players most similar to Dan Zagadou are Willi Orbán, Eric Dier, Malick Thiaw. Doppel rates Willi Orbán (RB Leipzig) a 82/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, André Ramalho scores 82/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Dan Zagadou is a dominant aerial defender, excelling as both a centre-back and left-back with his impressive aerial duel success and exceptional ball distribution. With a Sofascore rating in the top 8% of his positional peers, he showcases remarkable reliability and durability, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While his attacking contributions are limited, his defensive prowess and ability to control the game from the back make him a vital asset for VfB Stuttgart.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Touches, Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Dan Zagadou
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Willi Orbánsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 34 | €5.5m | 95 | 82 |
| 2 | Eric Diersimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 32 | €3.6m | 94 | 82 |
| 3 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 34 | €800k | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 90 | 85 |
| 9 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 10 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Dan Zagadou
≈ 100% Dan Zagadou · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Dan Zagadou · strong: Touches, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Dan Zagadou · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Dan Zagadou?
Statistically, Willi Orbán (RB Leipzig) is the closest look-alike to Dan Zagadou — a 82/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Dan Zagadou?
By Doppel's fit score, Willi Orbán (RB Leipzig) is the closest profile to Dan Zagadou, with a 82/100 overall match. Eric Dier and Malick Thiaw are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Dan Zagadou?
Yes. André Ramalho (Corinthians) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Dan Zagadou?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Dan Zagadou's 2023/24 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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