Players like Naldo
CBRacing de Ferrol · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNaldo's profile ↗
Naldo is a centre-back for Racing de Ferrol in LaLiga 2, with 32 appearances and 2765 minutes played in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Naldo include Brayan Medina from Tondela, who has a fit score of 84/100, and Adil Demirbağ of Konyaspor, with a fit score of 82/100. These players offer a comparable role and statistical profile for teams seeking defensive options.
About Naldo
Naldo is a seasoned positional ball-playing centre-back known for his defensive prowess, particularly in tackles and interceptions, ranking in the top 27% among his peers. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 40%, he demonstrates quality and reliability on the pitch, contributing significantly over 32 appearances this season without missing a game in three years. While his attacking contributions are limited, his durability and defensive intelligence make him a valuable asset in the heart of the defense.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Naldo
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brayan Medinasimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €2.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 2 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Emirhan Topçusimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 26 | €6.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 5 | Patrick Mainkasimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 32 | €2.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 87 | 85 |
| 8 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Boris Popovićsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €900k | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Wes Hardingsimilar↗ | Millwall | 30 | €800k | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 86 | 84 |
| 12 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 86 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Naldo
≈ 100% Naldo · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Naldo · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Shots /90
≈ 100% Naldo · strong: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Naldo?
By Doppel's fit score, Brayan Medina (Tondela) is the closest profile to Naldo, with a 84/100 overall match. Adil Demirbağ and Emirhan Topçu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Naldo?
Yes. Miguel Nóbrega (Rio Ave) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Naldo?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Naldo's 2024/25 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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