Players like Nathan-Dylan Saliba
CM/CDMRSC Anderlecht · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathan-Dylan Saliba's profile ↗
Nathan-Dylan Saliba is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for RSC Anderlecht in the Belgian Pro League. In the 2025/26 season, he made 34 appearances, scoring 3 goals and providing 1 assist. Players similar to Saliba include Santi Comesaña from Villarreal (fit 83/100) and Jan Schöppner from 1. FC Heidenheim (fit 83/100), both offering comparable roles and statistical profiles.
About Nathan-Dylan Saliba
Nathan-Dylan Saliba is a dynamic central midfielder known for his aggressive, front-foot style. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 50% of his peers, he may not be elite, but he excels in creating shooting opportunities and breaking up play, ranking in the top 8% for shots per 90 and the top 21% for tackles and interceptions. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only three games in three seasons, making him a reliable presence in the midfield.
Strengths: Shots, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nathan-Dylan Saliba
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santi Comesañasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 30 | €8.4m | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 3 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 92 | 86 |
| 4 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Nikola Vlašićsimilar↗ | Torino | 29 | €10m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Johan Manzambisimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 21 | €54m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathan-Dylan Saliba
≈ 100% Nathan-Dylan Saliba · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Nathan-Dylan Saliba · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Nathan-Dylan Saliba · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nathan-Dylan Saliba?
By Doppel's fit score, Santi Comesaña (Villarreal) is the closest profile to Nathan-Dylan Saliba, with a 83/100 overall match. Jan Schöppner and Kristian Thorstvedt are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nathan-Dylan Saliba?
Yes. Thomas Van den Keybus (KVC Westerlo) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €700k.
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