Players like Alessandro Deiola
CM/CDMCagliari · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlessandro Deiola's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alessandro Deiola are Magnus Knudsen, Gustavo Assunção, Carlo Sickinger. Doppel rates Magnus Knudsen (Holstein Kiel) a 76/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Adam Carlén scores 76/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Alessandro Deiola is a robust defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess and strong tackling ability. With a Sofascore rating that places him among the lower echelons of his positional peers, he excels in winning duels and making clearances, showcasing his defensive reliability. While his offensive contributions are limited, his durability—missing only 13 games over the last three seasons—adds to his value as a dependable presence in midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Shots. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alessandro Deiola
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Magnus Knudsensimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 25 | €3.3m | 90 | 76 |
| 2 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 3 | Carlo Sickingersimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 29 | €500k | 88 | 76 |
| 4 | Eric Martelsimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 24 | €8.2m | 88 | 76 |
| 5 | Adam Carlénsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 26 | €400k | 87 | 76 |
| 6 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 87 | 76 |
| 7 | Matteo Pratisimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 23 | €5.0m | 86 | 77 |
| 8 | Sergio Gonzálezsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 29 | €600k | 85 | 76 |
| 9 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 85 | 78 |
| 10 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 85 | 78 |
| 11 | Florian Flicksimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 26 | €700k | 85 | 76 |
| 12 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 85 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alessandro Deiola
≈ 100% Alessandro Deiola · strong: Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Alessandro Deiola · medium reliability
≈ 100% Alessandro Deiola · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Alessandro Deiola?
Statistically, Magnus Knudsen (Holstein Kiel) is the closest look-alike to Alessandro Deiola — a 76/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Alessandro Deiola?
By Doppel's fit score, Magnus Knudsen (Holstein Kiel) is the closest profile to Alessandro Deiola, with a 76/100 overall match. Gustavo Assunção and Carlo Sickinger are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alessandro Deiola?
Yes. Adam Carlén (Excelsior) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 76/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alessandro Deiola?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alessandro Deiola'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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