Players like Davide Calabria
RBBologna · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavide Calabria's profile ↗
The players most similar to Davide Calabria are Ruben Aguilar, Bart van Rooij, Jordan Teze. Doppel rates Ruben Aguilar (RC Lens) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kieran Trippier scores 85/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Davide Calabria is a dynamic and reliable right-back, excelling in defensive interventions with top-tier tackling and interception stats that place him in the elite percentile among his peers. His ability to contribute offensively is notable, showcasing accuracy in final-third passing and a penchant for getting forward, evidenced by his assists and goal. However, his aerial game is less impressive, which can be a concern in certain matchups. Despite some injury setbacks in recent seasons, his durability this year has been commendable, playing a significant role for Bologna.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Touches, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 20 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Davide Calabria
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ruben Aguilarsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €2.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Bart van Rooijsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 25 | €9.7m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Jordan Tezesimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €16m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Gary Magneesimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 27 | €2.0m | 90 | 88 |
| 5 | Benjamin Henrichssimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 29 | €7.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Ridle Bakusimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €13m | 90 | 86 |
| 7 | Kieran Trippiersimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 36 | €1.4m | 90 | 85 |
| 8 | Cristian Pavónsimilar↗ | Grêmio | 30 | €1.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Przemysław Frankowskisimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 31 | €6.5m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Vandersonsimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 25 | €17m | 90 | 84 |
| 11 | Juanlu Sánchezsimilar↗ | Sevilla | 23 | €9.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Jurriën Timbersimilar↗ | Arsenal | 25 | €73m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Davide Calabria
≈ 100% Davide Calabria · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Davide Calabria · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Davide Calabria · strong: Key passes, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Davide Calabria?
Statistically, Ruben Aguilar (RC Lens) is the closest look-alike to Davide Calabria — a 84/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Davide Calabria?
By Doppel's fit score, Ruben Aguilar (RC Lens) is the closest profile to Davide Calabria, with a 84/100 overall match. Bart van Rooij and Jordan Teze are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Davide Calabria?
Yes. Kieran Trippier (Newcastle United) plays a similar right back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Davide Calabria?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Davide Calabria's 2024/25 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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