Players like Alessandro Buongiorno
CB/LBSSC Napoli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlessandro Buongiorno's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alessandro Buongiorno are Jaydee Canvot, Timo Hübers, Andrew Hughes. Doppel rates Jaydee Canvot (Crystal Palace) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrew Hughes scores 82/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Alessandro Buongiorno embodies the archetype of an aggressive, front-foot centre-back, excelling in tackles and interceptions, ranking in the top 1% among his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 32%, he demonstrates solid overall quality, contributing not only defensively but also adding three goals this season, showcasing his finishing ability. While his injury record raises concerns about durability, when fit, Buongiorno's tenacity and aerial prowess make him a formidable presence in any defensive unit.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 30 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alessandro Buongiorno
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jaydee Canvotsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 20 | €25m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Jacobo Ramónsimilar↗ | Como | 21 | €32m | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 86 | 81 |
| 8 | Andrea Carbonisimilar↗ | Monza | 25 | €2.8m | 86 | 80 |
| 9 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Honest Ahanorsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 18 | €31m | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 85 | 80 |
| 12 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €46m | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alessandro Buongiorno
≈ 100% Alessandro Buongiorno · strong: Clearances, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Alessandro Buongiorno · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Alessandro Buongiorno · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Alessandro Buongiorno?
By Doppel's fit score, Jaydee Canvot (Crystal Palace) is the closest profile to Alessandro Buongiorno, with a 81/100 overall match. Timo Hübers and Andrew Hughes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alessandro Buongiorno?
Yes. Andrew Hughes (Preston North End) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alessandro Buongiorno?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alessandro Buongiorno'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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