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, Kevin Diks. 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 September 2026.
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Luca Ranieri is a reliable ball-playing centre-back who excels in distributing the ball effectively from the back, as evidenced by his elite long-pass accuracy. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 40% of his position, he showcases solid defensive instincts, highlighted by his ability to make crucial clearances. Durability is a strong suit, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a dependable presence in the defensive line.
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 | Kevin Dikssimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 30 | €4.8m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Marcos Alonsosimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 36 | €1.3m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 92 | 87 |
| 7 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 92 | 83 |
| 8 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 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: xG + xA, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Touches /90, Shots /90
FAQ
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 Kevin Diks 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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