Players like Wilfred Ndidi
CM/CDMBeşiktaş JK · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitWilfred Ndidi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Wilfred Ndidi are Samú Costa, Mauricio Benitez, Julian Niehues. Doppel rates Samú Costa (Mallorca) a 80/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Julian Niehues scores 81/100 at about €1.6m. Data as of September 2026.
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Wilfred Ndidi is a robust defensive midfielder known for his exceptional tackling and aerial prowess. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 38% of his peers, he excels in duels and interceptions, making him a defensive stalwart. While his offensive contributions are limited, his ability to shield the backline and disrupt opposition play is invaluable. Despite some injury concerns, his durability in recent outings showcases his reliability as a key asset in midfield.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won, Aerial duels won. Availability: 39 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Wilfred Ndidi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samú Costasimilar↗ | Mallorca | 26 | €15m | 94 | 80 |
| 2 | Mauricio Benitezsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 22 | €2.3m | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 93 | 81 |
| 4 | Leandro Barreirosimilar↗ | Benfica | 26 | €17m | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 92 | 81 |
| 6 | Melle Meulensteensimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 27 | €2.4m | 91 | 80 |
| 7 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 8 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 91 | 80 |
| 9 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Dirk Wanner Propersimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 11 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 28 | €2.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Tomáš Součeksimilar↗ | West Ham United | 31 | €9.7m | 90 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Wilfred Ndidi
≈ 100% Wilfred Ndidi · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Wilfred Ndidi · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Wilfred Ndidi · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Wilfred Ndidi?
By Doppel's fit score, Samú Costa (Mallorca) is the closest profile to Wilfred Ndidi, with a 80/100 overall match. Mauricio Benitez and Julian Niehues are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Wilfred Ndidi?
Yes. Julian Niehues (1. FC Heidenheim) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €1.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Wilfred Ndidi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Wilfred Ndidi'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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