Players like Nikola Maksimović
CBHatayspor · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikola Maksimović's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nikola Maksimović are Simon Graves, Joedrick Pupe, Dies Janse. Doppel rates Simon Graves (PEC Zwolle) a 82/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bryan Goncalves scores 83/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nikola Maksimović is a positional ball-playing centre-back known for his ability to create big chances and win possession in advanced areas. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 48% of his peers, he demonstrates solid quality, particularly in transitioning play and contributing to the attack. However, his injury history raises concerns about reliability, as he has missed a notable number of games in recent seasons.
Strengths: Big chances created, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 22 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nikola Maksimović
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simon Gravessimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 27 | €1.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 2 | Joedrick Pupesimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 29 | €1.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 3 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 4 | Hamza El Kaouakibisimilar↗ | Südtirol | 28 | €600k | 87 | 84 |
| 5 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 87 | 83 |
| 6 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 87 | 85 |
| 7 | Enrique Lofolomosimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €1.1m | 87 | 82 |
| 8 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 26 | €400k | 86 | 82 |
| 11 | Nicolás Otamendisimilar↗ | Benfica | 38 | €1.1m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Arthur Theatesimilar↗ | Bologna | 26 | €17m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nikola Maksimović
≈ 100% Nikola Maksimović · strong: Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nikola Maksimović · strong: Big chances created, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Nikola Maksimović · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nikola Maksimović?
Statistically, Simon Graves (PEC Zwolle) is the closest look-alike to Nikola Maksimović — a 82/100 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 Nikola Maksimović?
By Doppel's fit score, Simon Graves (PEC Zwolle) is the closest profile to Nikola Maksimović, with a 82/100 overall match. Joedrick Pupe and Dies Janse are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nikola Maksimović?
Yes. Bryan Goncalves (FCV Dender) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nikola Maksimović?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nikola Maksimović's 2023/24 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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