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Players like Nico Paz

CAMComo · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNico Paz's profile ↗

The players most similar to Nico Paz are Malik Tillman, Azzedine Ounahi, Matheus Cunha. Doppel rates Malik Tillman (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) a 85/100 overall match — 96/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Azzedine Ounahi scores 82/100 at about €10m. Data as of October 2026.

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About Nico Paz

Nico Paz is an aggressive, box-to-box attacking midfielder known for his relentless energy and ability to contribute both offensively and defensively. With a Sofascore rating in the top 7% of his positional peers, he excels in goal-scoring, boasting 12 goals this season, while also showcasing impressive defensive metrics with top-tier tackles and duels won. His durability is a major asset, having missed only 2 games in the last three seasons, cementing his reliability as a key player for Como.

Strengths: Shots, Tackles + interceptions, Duels won. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.

12 players most similar to Nico Paz

#PlayerClubAgeValueTacticalOverall
1Malik Tillmansimilar↗Bayer 04 Leverkusen24€27m9685
2Azzedine Ounahisimilar↗Girona FC26€10m9482
3Matheus Cunhasimilar↗Manchester United27€79m9482
4Jamal Musialasimilar↗FC Bayern München23€97m9384
5Fermín Lópezsimilar↗FC Barcelona23€103m9282
6Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗Bayer 04 Leverkusen21€21m9284
7Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗Elche22€11m9284
8Xavi Simonssimilar↗Tottenham Hotspur23€43m9184
9Bryan Mbeumosimilar↗Manchester United27€73m9181
10Iscosimilar↗Real Betis34€3.6m9183
11Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗Real Betis30€7.8m9183
12Kenan Yıldızsimilar↗Juventus21€72m9184

* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons

Why these players match Nico Paz

1. Malik TillmanBayer 04 Leverkusen85/100

≈ 100% Nico Paz · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · medium reliability

Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)

2. Azzedine OunahiGirona FC82/100

≈ 100% Nico Paz · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · medium reliability

Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, Accurate final-third passes /90

3. Matheus CunhaManchester United82/100

≈ 100% Nico Paz · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability

Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)

FAQ

Who is the closest look-alike to Nico Paz?

Statistically, Malik Tillman (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest look-alike to Nico Paz — a 85/100 profile match (96/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.

Who is the best replacement for Nico Paz?

By Doppel's fit score, Malik Tillman (Bayer 04 Leverkusen) is the closest profile to Nico Paz, with a 85/100 overall match. Azzedine Ounahi and Matheus Cunha are the next best fits.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Nico Paz?

Yes. Azzedine Ounahi (Girona FC) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €10m.

How does Doppel find players similar to Nico Paz?

Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nico Paz's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.

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