Players like David Alaba
CBReal Madrid · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Alaba's profile ↗
The players most similar to David Alaba are Eric Smith, Eric García, Giovanni Di Lorenzo. Doppel rates Eric Smith (FC St. Pauli) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, César Azpilicueta scores 83/100 at about €200k*. Data as of September 2026.
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David Alaba is a ball-playing centre-back, known for his exceptional ability to contribute offensively from the back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 23% of his peers, he excels in creating chances, boasting elite metrics for shots, possession won in the attacking third, and key passes. While his injury history raises concerns about durability, his playmaking prowess and vision make him a vital asset in transition and build-up play.
Strengths: Shots, Possession won in att. third, Key passes. Availability: 109 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to David Alaba
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Eric Garcíasimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 25 | €39m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Giovanni Di Lorenzosimilar↗ | SSC Napoli | 33 | €6.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Joedrick Pupesimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | César Azpilicuetasimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 37 | €200k* | 89 | 83 |
| 6 | Henrik Heggheimsimilar↗ | Viking FK | 25 | €1.9m | 89 | 85 |
| 7 | Ramy Bensebainisimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 31 | €7.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €46m | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Luca Sirchsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 27 | €2.3m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Arthur Theatesimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 26 | €17m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Bournemouth | 21 | €66m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David Alaba
≈ 100% David Alaba · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% David Alaba · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Key passes /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% David Alaba · strong: Key passes, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for David Alaba?
By Doppel's fit score, Eric Smith (FC St. Pauli) is the closest profile to David Alaba, with a 87/100 overall match. Eric García and Giovanni Di Lorenzo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to David Alaba?
Yes. César Azpilicueta (Atlético Madrid) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €200k*.
How does Doppel find players similar to David Alaba?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from David Alaba's 2023/24 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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