Players like Nicolò Casale
CBBologna · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolò Casale's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nicolò Casale are Andrew Hughes, Maximilian Bauer, Leopold Querfeld. Doppel rates Andrew Hughes (Preston North End) a 84/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrew Hughes scores 84/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nicolò Casale is a ball-playing centre-back whose ability to distribute the ball effectively stands out, evidenced by his impressive touches and accurate long balls. However, his overall quality ranks in the bottom tier among his positional peers, indicating room for improvement in defensive metrics like aerial duels. While his injury record raises concerns, his experience across multiple clubs showcases his potential to develop into a more reliable presence at the back.
Strengths: Touches, Accurate long balls. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicolò Casale
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Maximilian Bauersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €1.5m | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 89 | 87 |
| 4 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 86 |
| 5 | Juan Foythsimilar↗ | Villarreal | 28 | €8.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 7 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | Lazio | 28 | €14m | 87 | 82 |
| 9 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 87 | 84 |
| 10 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 30 | €1.0m | 87 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolò Casale
≈ 100% Nicolò Casale · strong: Aerial duels won, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Nicolò Casale · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nicolò Casale · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nicolò Casale?
Statistically, Andrew Hughes (Preston North End) is the closest look-alike to Nicolò Casale — a 84/100 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 Nicolò Casale?
By Doppel's fit score, Andrew Hughes (Preston North End) is the closest profile to Nicolò Casale, with a 84/100 overall match. Maximilian Bauer and Leopold Querfeld are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicolò Casale?
Yes. Andrew Hughes (Preston North End) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicolò Casale?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicolò Casale'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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