Players like Daniele Rugani
CB/RBFiorentina · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitDaniele Rugani's profile ↗
The players most similar to Daniele Rugani are Nathaniel Phillips, Timo Hübers, Yerry Mina. Doppel rates Nathaniel Phillips (West Bromwich Albion) a 79/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mike Van der Hoorn scores 81/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Daniele Rugani is a goal-scoring centre-back who excels in finishing and creating offensive opportunities from the back. His standout ability to contribute goals places him in the top 3% of his positional peers, showcasing his knack for finding the net when it matters. With only 18 games missed over the past three seasons, he demonstrates impressive durability, making him a reliable presence in defence. While his dribbling and crossing may not be his strong suits, Rugani's overall quality and goal threat set him apart in the modern game.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), xG + xA. Availability: 18 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Daniele Rugani
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nathaniel Phillipssimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 29 | €2.4m | 93 | 79 |
| 2 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 92 | 82 |
| 3 | Yerry Minasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 32 | €2.3m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
| 5 | Konstantinos Mavropanossimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €20m | 90 | 79 |
| 6 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Ryan Flamingosimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €15m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Daniele Rugani
≈ 100% Daniele Rugani · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Daniele Rugani · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Daniele Rugani · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Daniele Rugani?
Statistically, Nathaniel Phillips (West Bromwich Albion) is the closest look-alike to Daniele Rugani — a 79/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Daniele Rugani?
By Doppel's fit score, Nathaniel Phillips (West Bromwich Albion) is the closest profile to Daniele Rugani, with a 79/100 overall match. Timo Hübers and Yerry Mina are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Daniele Rugani?
Yes. Mike Van der Hoorn (FC Utrecht) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Daniele Rugani?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Daniele Rugani's 2024/25 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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