Players like Nobel Mendy
CBHull City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNobel Mendy's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nobel Mendy are Kacper Potulski, Ze Vitor, Caleb Taylor. Doppel rates Kacper Potulski (1. FSV Mainz 05) a 84/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ze Vitor scores 82/100 at about €2.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Nobel Mendy is a robust, defensive centre-back with a knack for goal-scoring, making him a unique threat from set-pieces. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 31% of his peers, he excels in clearances and non-penalty goals, showcasing his ability to contribute defensively while also finding the net. His durability is a standout trait, having missed no games in the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability in the heart of defense.
Strengths: Clearances, Non-penalty goals, Touches. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nobel Mendy
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 90 | 87 |
| 4 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Konstantinos Koulierakissimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 23 | €24m | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Justin De Haassimilar↗ | Valencia | 26 | €7.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Clément Lengletsimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 31 | €4.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | David Zecsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 26 | €2.3m | 88 | 85 |
| 11 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Santiago Buenosimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 28 | €9.2m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nobel Mendy
≈ 100% Nobel Mendy · strong: Shots, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nobel Mendy · strong: Shots, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Nobel Mendy · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nobel Mendy?
Statistically, Kacper Potulski (1. FSV Mainz 05) is the closest look-alike to Nobel Mendy — 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 Nobel Mendy?
By Doppel's fit score, Kacper Potulski (1. FSV Mainz 05) is the closest profile to Nobel Mendy, with a 84/100 overall match. Ze Vitor and Caleb Taylor are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nobel Mendy?
Yes. Ze Vitor (CD Nacional) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €2.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nobel Mendy?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nobel Mendy'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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