Players like Lorenzo Pirola
CBSalernitana · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitLorenzo Pirola's profile ↗
The players most similar to Lorenzo Pirola are Tiago Gabriel, Nathaniel Phillips, Leo Greiml. Doppel rates Tiago Gabriel (Lecce) a 85/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Leo Greiml scores 82/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Lorenzo Pirola is a robust, aggressive centre-back known for his aerial prowess and strong dueling ability. Despite facing injury challenges that have sidelined him for significant periods, he excels in winning duels and tackles, ranking in the top 16% among his peers. However, his contributions in possession and attacking phases are limited, making him primarily a defensive anchor rather than a ball-playing defender. With a solid work ethic and reliability when fit, Pirola remains a crucial asset in the heart of defence.
Strengths: Duels won, Aerial duels won, Shots. Availability: 20 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Lorenzo Pirola
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 2 | Nathaniel Phillipssimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 29 | €2.4m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Konstantinos Mavropanossimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €20m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 87 | 80 |
| 6 | Yerry Minasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 32 | €2.3m | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 86 | 80 |
| 8 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | Lazio | 28 | €14m | 86 | 81 |
| 9 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 85 | 81 |
| 10 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 85 | 81 |
| 11 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Santiago Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 28 | €9.2m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lorenzo Pirola
≈ 100% Lorenzo Pirola · strong: Duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Lorenzo Pirola · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Lorenzo Pirola · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Lorenzo Pirola?
Statistically, Tiago Gabriel (Lecce) is the closest look-alike to Lorenzo Pirola — a 85/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Lorenzo Pirola?
By Doppel's fit score, Tiago Gabriel (Lecce) is the closest profile to Lorenzo Pirola, with a 85/100 overall match. Nathaniel Phillips and Leo Greiml are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Lorenzo Pirola?
Yes. Leo Greiml (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Lorenzo Pirola?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Lorenzo Pirola's 2023/24 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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