Players like Victor Nelsson
CBHellas Verona · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitVictor Nelsson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Victor Nelsson are Kazunari Kita, Siad Gourville, Giorgio Cittadini. Doppel rates Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) a 79/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Siad Gourville scores 78/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Victor Nelsson is a defensive stalwart, embodying the archetype of an aggressive front-foot defender. With an elite ability to clear threats (top 2%) and dominate duels (top 4%), he showcases exceptional defensive prowess, making him a key asset in any backline. While he may struggle with long-range distribution, his reliability is evident with only six games missed over the past three seasons, highlighting his durability and commitment on the pitch.
Strengths: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Victor Nelsson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 88 | 79 |
| 2 | Siad Gourvillesimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
| 3 | Giorgio Cittadinisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 24 | €900k | 86 | 78 |
| 4 | Tyler Bindonsimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 21 | €3.6m | 86 | 76 |
| 5 | Louis Breunigsimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 23 | €1.0m | 85 | 77 |
| 6 | Jon Martinsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 20 | €24m | 84 | 78 |
| 7 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 84 | 79 |
| 8 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 84 | 81 |
| 9 | Yerry Minasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 32 | €2.3m | 83 | 77 |
| 10 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 83 | 77 |
| 11 | Konstantinos Mavropanossimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €20m | 83 | 77 |
| 12 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 82 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Victor Nelsson
≈ 100% Victor Nelsson · low reliability
≈ 100% Victor Nelsson · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Victor Nelsson · strong: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Victor Nelsson?
Statistically, Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) is the closest look-alike to Victor Nelsson — a 79/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Victor Nelsson?
By Doppel's fit score, Kazunari Kita (Real Sociedad B) is the closest profile to Victor Nelsson, with a 79/100 overall match. Siad Gourville and Giorgio Cittadini are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Victor Nelsson?
Yes. Siad Gourville (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) plays a similar centre back role and rates 78/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Victor Nelsson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Victor Nelsson's 2025/26 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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