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 (Manchester United) 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 October 2026.
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Nikolas Nartey is a combative central midfielder, excelling as a defensive anchor with a knack for winning duels and regaining possession high up the pitch. With a Sofascore rating in the top 39% of his peers, he demonstrates solid overall quality, highlighted by his elite aerial ability and significant contributions to creating big chances. However, his injury history has hampered his availability, limiting his impact on the pitch. When fit, Nartey is a reliable asset in the midfield battle.
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↗ | Manchester United | 27 | €73m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Chiedozie Ogbenesimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 29 | €3.7m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Malik Tillmansimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €27m | 94 | 85 |
| 4 | Nico Pazsimilar↗ | Como | 22 | €86m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 26 | €6.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Rodrigo Zalazarsimilar↗ | Sporting Braga | 27 | €32m | 93 | 83 |
| 7 | Adam Hložeksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 24 | €10m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Cyril Ngongesimilar↗ | Monza | 26 | €6.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Jack Rudonisimilar↗ | Coventry City | 25 | €21m | 92 | 83 |
| 10 | Brajan Grudasimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 22 | €29m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Facundo Buonanottesimilar↗ | Elche | 22 | €11m | 92 | 87 |
| 12 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 92 | 86 |
* 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 closest look-alike to Nikolas Nartey?
Statistically, Bryan Mbeumo (Manchester United) is the closest look-alike to Nikolas Nartey — a 84/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Nikolas Nartey?
By Doppel's fit score, Bryan Mbeumo (Manchester United) 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 (Sheffield United) 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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