Players like Madiodio Dia
CBPortsmouth · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitMadiodio Dia's profile ↗
The players most similar to Madiodio Dia are Michael Venturi, Manuel Lama, Husniddin Aliqulov. Doppel rates Michael Venturi (Venezia) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Michael Venturi scores 82/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Madiodio Dia is a commanding aerial presence in defense, excelling as a front-foot anticipatory centre-back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 24% of his positional peers, he showcases impressive strength in aerial duels, winning an elite 92% of them. His durability is a major asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, solidifying his reliability at the back. While his involvement in build-up play could improve, his defensive prowess makes him a vital asset for Portsmouth.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Madiodio Dia
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michael Venturisimilar↗ | Venezia | 27 | €300k | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Manuel Lamasimilar↗ | Granada | 25 | €1.5m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 88 | 80 |
| 4 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 88 | 82 |
| 5 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 6 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 87 | 85 |
| 7 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 87 | 83 |
| 9 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 86 | 80 |
| 10 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 85 | 80 |
| 11 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Grêmio | 27 | €3.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Madiodio Dia
≈ 100% Madiodio Dia · low reliability
≈ 100% Madiodio Dia · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Madiodio Dia · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Madiodio Dia?
Statistically, Michael Venturi (Venezia) is the closest look-alike to Madiodio Dia — a 82/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Madiodio Dia?
By Doppel's fit score, Michael Venturi (Venezia) is the closest profile to Madiodio Dia, with a 82/100 overall match. Manuel Lama and Husniddin Aliqulov are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Madiodio Dia?
Yes. Michael Venturi (Venezia) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Madiodio Dia?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Madiodio Dia's 2025 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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