Players like Nicola Leali
GKGenoa · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNicola Leali's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nicola Leali are Ørjan Nyland, Mio Backhaus, Andreas Jungdal. Doppel rates Ørjan Nyland (Sevilla) a 83/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Luuk Koopmans scores 83/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nicola Leali is a reliable shot-stopper with a commanding presence in goal, showcasing elite reflexes and a strong aerial game that ranks him among the top 15% of his peers in save percentage and aerial duels. With a clean sheet rate in the top 19% and exceptional accuracy in long balls, he effectively contributes to both defense and build-up play. His durability is a standout asset, having missed just one game in the last three seasons, solidifying his status as a dependable figure for Genoa.
Strengths: Save %, Aerial duels won, Accurate long balls. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nicola Leali
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ørjan Nylandsimilar↗ | Sevilla | 36 | €800k | 95 | 83 |
| 2 | Mio Backhaussimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 22 | €14m | 92 | 83 |
| 3 | Andreas Jungdalsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 24 | €3.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Marko Dmitrovićsimilar↗ | Espanyol | 34 | €700k | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Tim Schreibersimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 24 | €900k | 91 | 91 |
| 6 | Robin Zentnersimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 32 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Luuk Koopmanssimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 33 | €200k | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Fabian De Keijzersimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 26 | €400k | 91 | 90 |
| 9 | Finn Dahmensimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 28 | €13m | 91 | 86 |
| 10 | Emil Odegaardsimilar↗ | KFUM Oslo | 27 | €400k | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Kevin Müllersimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 35 | €300k | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Adrielsimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 25 | €900k | 90 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nicola Leali
≈ 100% Nicola Leali · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Nicola Leali · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nicola Leali · strong: Aerial duels won, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Key passes /90, Clean sheet %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nicola Leali?
Statistically, Ørjan Nyland (Sevilla) is the closest look-alike to Nicola Leali — a 83/100 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 Nicola Leali?
By Doppel's fit score, Ørjan Nyland (Sevilla) is the closest profile to Nicola Leali, with a 83/100 overall match. Mio Backhaus and Andreas Jungdal are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nicola Leali?
Yes. Luuk Koopmans (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar goalkeeper role and rates 83/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nicola Leali?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nicola Leali's 2025/26 season, then ranks goalkeepers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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