Players like Luca Mazzitelli
CM/CDMSassuolo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuca Mazzitelli's profile ↗
The players most similar to Luca Mazzitelli are Giulio Maggiore, Samú Costa, Enric Llansana. Doppel rates Giulio Maggiore (Salernitana) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Giulio Maggiore scores 80/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Luca Mazzitelli is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder whose attacking prowess is underscored by his elite finishing ability, making him a threat in the final third. With top-tier metrics in clearances and accurate long balls, he showcases both defensive solidity and playmaking vision. Despite some injury concerns, his impressive 29 appearances this season highlight his potential as a reliable contributor for Sassuolo, positioning him well among his peers.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Clearances, Shots. Availability: 22 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Luca Mazzitelli
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 91 | 79 |
| 3 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 6 | Pape Gueyesimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €39m | 89 | 78 |
| 7 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Andrey Santossimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 22 | €39m | 89 | 79 |
| 9 | Yangel Herrerasimilar↗ | Girona FC | 28 | €5.6m | 89 | 78 |
| 10 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 87 | 79 |
| 12 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 86 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luca Mazzitelli
≈ 100% Luca Mazzitelli · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Luca Mazzitelli · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Luca Mazzitelli · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Luca Mazzitelli?
By Doppel's fit score, Giulio Maggiore (Salernitana) is the closest profile to Luca Mazzitelli, with a 80/100 overall match. Samú Costa and Enric Llansana are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Luca Mazzitelli?
Yes. Giulio Maggiore (Salernitana) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Luca Mazzitelli?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Luca Mazzitelli's 2025/26 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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