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 September 2026.
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Nicola Leali is a reliable shot-stopper known for his exceptional save percentage and impressive aerial ability, making him a formidable presence in goal. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 44% of his peers, he consistently showcases his talent, particularly in clean sheets and accurate long balls. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only one game in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability. While his involvement in build-up play could improve, his core goalkeeping skills make him a solid choice between the posts.
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↗ | FC Volendam | 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↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 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 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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