Players like Gabriele Piccinini
CM/CDMPisa · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGabriele Piccinini's profile ↗
Gabriele Piccinini is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Pisa in the Serie B. His performance in the 2025/26 season includes 25 appearances, contributing to a solid midfield presence. Players similar to Piccinini include Jon Ander Olasagasti from Levante UD, with a fit score of 85/100, and Diego Gómez from Brighton & Hove Albion, who has a fit score of 84/100, both showcasing comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Gabriele Piccinini
Gabriele Piccinini is a robust defensive midfielder with a knack for contributing offensively, evidenced by his solid goal and assist tally this season. Ranking in the top 38% among his peers, he excels in aerial duels, showcasing his physical presence and ability to control the midfield. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, allowing him to be a reliable fixture for Pisa. While his long passing and dribbling could improve, his overall impact is undeniable.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gabriele Piccinini
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Diego Gómezsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €27m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 91 | 85 |
| 3 | Christoph Baumgartnersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 27 | €42m | 91 | 84 |
| 4 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Eric Ebimbesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €6.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Abdou Harrouisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 28 | €1.6m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Williot Swedbergsimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 22 | €19m | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gabriele Piccinini
≈ 100% Gabriele Piccinini · strong: Duels won, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Gabriele Piccinini · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Gabriele Piccinini · strong: xG + xA, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Gabriele Piccinini?
By Doppel's fit score, Diego Gómez (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest profile to Gabriele Piccinini, with a 84/100 overall match. Jon Ander Olasagasti and Christoph Baumgartner are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gabriele Piccinini?
Yes. Justin Lonwijk (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gabriele Piccinini?
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