Players like Nicolas Viola
CM/CAMCagliari · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicolas Viola's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nicolas Viola are Cyril Ngonge, Nicolò Zaniolo, Ludovic Blas. Doppel rates Cyril Ngonge (Monza) a 86/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kevin Sessa scores 86/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nicolas Viola is a creative attacking midfielder known for his precise crossing and playmaking abilities. With a Sofascore rating in the top 45% of his peers, he consistently generates goal-scoring opportunities, evidenced by his impressive key passes and shots per 90 minutes. At 37, he remains durable and reliable, having missed only 11 games in the last three seasons, showcasing his importance to Cagliari's attacking dynamics. While defensive contributions are not his forte, his offensive output makes him a crucial asset in the final third.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Key passes, Shots. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicolas Viola
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cyril Ngongesimilar↗ | Monza | 26 | €6.8m | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Nicolò Zaniolosimilar↗ | Udinese | 27 | €14m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Ludovic Blassimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 29 | €9.3m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Brajan Grudasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 22 | €29m | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗ | Juventus | 21 | €72m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 87 |
| 8 | Sebastiano Espositosimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 24 | €14m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 92 | 87 |
| 10 | Andrea Colpanisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €3.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Xavi Simonssimilar↗ | Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | €43m | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Lucas Beltránsimilar↗ | Valencia | 25 | €8.4m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicolas Viola
≈ 100% Nicolas Viola · strong: Shots, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Nicolas Viola · strong: Shots, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Nicolas Viola · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nicolas Viola?
Statistically, Cyril Ngonge (Monza) is the closest look-alike to Nicolas Viola — a 86/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Nicolas Viola?
By Doppel's fit score, Cyril Ngonge (Monza) is the closest profile to Nicolas Viola, with a 86/100 overall match. Nicolò Zaniolo and Ludovic Blas are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicolas Viola?
Yes. Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicolas Viola?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicolas Viola's 2024/25 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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