Players like Luca Ranieri
CB/LBFiorentina · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuca Ranieri's profile ↗
The players most similar to Luca Ranieri are Jeffrey Gouweleeuw, Adrián de la Fuente, Arthur Theate. Doppel rates Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (FC Augsburg) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw scores 86/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Luca Ranieri is a reliable ball-playing centre-back with impressive distribution skills, showcased by his elite accuracy in long balls. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 43% of his positional peers, he consistently excels in defensive duties, making frequent clearances and maintaining high touch volumes. His durability is a standout trait, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable presence in the backline.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Touches, Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Luca Ranieri
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 94 | 89 |
| 3 | Arthur Theatesimilar↗ | Bologna | 26 | €17m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Marcos Alonsosimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 36 | €1.3m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 92 | 87 |
| 8 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €46m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Liam Kitchingsimilar↗ | Coventry City | 27 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 91 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luca Ranieri
≈ 100% Luca Ranieri · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Luca Ranieri · strong: Accurate long balls, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Shots /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Luca Ranieri · strong: Shots, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Touches /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Luca Ranieri?
Statistically, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (FC Augsburg) is the closest look-alike to Luca Ranieri — a 86/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Luca Ranieri?
By Doppel's fit score, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (FC Augsburg) is the closest profile to Luca Ranieri, with a 86/100 overall match. Adrián de la Fuente and Arthur Theate are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Luca Ranieri?
Yes. Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (FC Augsburg) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Luca Ranieri?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Luca Ranieri'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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