Players like Nikolas Nartey
CM/CDM/CAMVfB Stuttgart · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNikolas Nartey's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nikolas Nartey are Bryan Mbeumo, Chiedozie Ogbene, Malik Tillman. Doppel rates Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Chiedozie Ogbene scores 85/100 at about €3.7m. Data as of September 2026.
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Nikolas Nartey is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition play and winning aerial duels, placing him in the top 2% for aerial duels won per 90 minutes. His ability to disrupt attacks and create big chances showcases his dual threat in midfield, contributing significantly to his team's dynamics. While his injury history is a concern, when fit, Nartey is a reliable presence, consistently performing in the top 39% of his positional peers.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Possession won in att. third, Duels won. Availability: 94 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nikolas Nartey
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bryan Mbeumosimilar↗ | Brentford | 27 | €73m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Chiedozie Ogbenesimilar↗ | Luton Town | 29 | €3.7m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 24 | €27m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Nico Pazsimilar↗ | Como | 22 | €86m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Rodrigo Zalazarsimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 27 | €32m | 93 | 83 |
| 7 | Cyril Ngongesimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 26 | €6.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Jack Rudonisimilar↗ | Coventry City | 25 | €21m | 92 | 83 |
| 9 | Brajan Grudasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 22 | €29m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 87 |
| 11 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 92 | 83 |
| 12 | Charles De Ketelaeresimilar↗ | Atalanta | 25 | €27m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nikolas Nartey
≈ 100% Nikolas Nartey · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nikolas Nartey · strong: Successful dribbles, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Duels won /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Nikolas Nartey · strong: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nikolas Nartey?
By Doppel's fit score, Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford) is the closest profile to Nikolas Nartey, with a 84/100 overall match. Chiedozie Ogbene and Malik Tillman are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nikolas Nartey?
Yes. Chiedozie Ogbene (Luton Town) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €3.7m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nikolas Nartey?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nikolas Nartey's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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