Players like Nayef Aguerd
CBOlympique de Marseille · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNayef Aguerd's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nayef Aguerd are André Ramalho, Dean Huijsen, Maximilian Wöber. Doppel rates André Ramalho (Corinthians) a 85/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, André Ramalho scores 85/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nayef Aguerd is a ball-playing centre-back known for his exceptional distribution, ranking in the top 1% for accurate long balls. Despite a Sofascore rating in the bottom third of his positional peers, his ability to contribute in build-up play and win aerial duels showcases his overall quality. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, as he's missed significant time over the past three seasons.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Touches, Shots. Availability: 33 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nayef Aguerd
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | André Ramalhosimilar↗ | Corinthians | 34 | €800k | 92 | 85 |
| 2 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Maximilian Wöbersimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 28 | €2.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Jan Paul van Heckesimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 26 | €65m | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €1.4m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 89 | 86 |
| 12 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nayef Aguerd
≈ 100% Nayef Aguerd · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Nayef Aguerd · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Nayef Aguerd · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nayef Aguerd?
Statistically, André Ramalho (Corinthians) is the closest look-alike to Nayef Aguerd — a 85/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Nayef Aguerd?
By Doppel's fit score, André Ramalho (Corinthians) is the closest profile to Nayef Aguerd, with a 85/100 overall match. Dean Huijsen and Maximilian Wöber are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nayef Aguerd?
Yes. André Ramalho (Corinthians) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nayef Aguerd?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nayef Aguerd'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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