Players like Naldo
CBRacing de Ferrol · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitNaldo's profile ↗
The players most similar to Naldo are Brayan Medina, Adil Demirbağ, Emirhan Topçu. Doppel rates Brayan Medina (Tondela) a 84/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Miguel Nóbrega scores 83/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Naldo is a seasoned defensive stalwart, embodying the archetype of an aggressive front-foot defender. With a Sofascore rating in the top 50% of his peers, he excels in tackles and interceptions, showcasing his ability to disrupt opposition plays effectively. His durability is a major asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, proving his reliability on the pitch. While his contributions in attacking phases are limited, his defensive prowess solidifies his role as a key figure in the backline.
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↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 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↗ | Vitória SC | 26 | €400k | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Boris Popovićsimilar↗ | FC Arouca | 26 | €900k | 86 | 82 |
| 10 | Wes Hardingsimilar↗ | Millwall | 30 | €800k | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 86 | 82 |
| 12 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 86 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · 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 closest look-alike to Naldo?
Statistically, Brayan Medina (Tondela) is the closest look-alike to Naldo — a 84/100 profile match (89/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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 (Vitória SC) 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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