Players like Olivier Boscagli
CBBrighton & Hove Albion · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitOlivier Boscagli's profile ↗
The players most similar to Olivier Boscagli are Deveron Fonville, Syb Van Ottele, Philipp Sander. Doppel rates Deveron Fonville (NEC Nijmegen) a 84/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Syb Van Ottele scores 84/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Olivier Boscagli is a top-tier ball-playing centre-back, showcasing elite distribution with his exceptional ability to deliver accurate long balls and key passes. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 1% of his peers, underscoring his quality and influence on the pitch. With only one game missed in the last three seasons, he’s a remarkably durable and reliable presence in defense, making him an invaluable asset for Brighton & Hove Albion.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Olivier Boscagli
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deveron Fonvillesimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 3 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 89 | 85 |
| 4 | Ramy Bensebainisimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 31 | €7.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Noahkai Bankssimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 20 | €19m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Emre Cansimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 32 | €3.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Juan Foythsimilar↗ | Villarreal | 28 | €8.6m | 88 | 82 |
| 8 | Oumar Soletsimilar↗ | Udinese | 26 | €22m | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Maximilian Wöbersimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 28 | €2.7m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Kevin Mac Allistersimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 29 | €12m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Anouar El Azzouzisimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 25 | €1.6m | 87 | 84 |
| 12 | Calvin Verdonksimilar↗ | Lille | 29 | €2.6m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Olivier Boscagli
≈ 100% Olivier Boscagli · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Olivier Boscagli · strong: Possession won in att. third, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Olivier Boscagli · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Olivier Boscagli?
Statistically, Deveron Fonville (NEC Nijmegen) is the closest look-alike to Olivier Boscagli — a 84/100 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 Olivier Boscagli?
By Doppel's fit score, Deveron Fonville (NEC Nijmegen) is the closest profile to Olivier Boscagli, with a 84/100 overall match. Syb Van Ottele and Philipp Sander are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Olivier Boscagli?
Yes. Syb Van Ottele (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Olivier Boscagli?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Olivier Boscagli'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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