Players like Nathan Collins
CBBrentford · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathan Collins's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nathan Collins are Alejandro Catena, Leopold Querfeld, Reece Burke. Doppel rates Alejandro Catena (Osasuna) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Reece Burke scores 86/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Nathan Collins is a commanding aerial presence and a robust defensive anchor, excelling as a positional ball-playing centre-back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 7% of his peers, he showcases elite defensive qualities, winning duels and clearances with remarkable consistency. His reliability is underscored by his availability, missing just eight games over the last three seasons, making him a cornerstone for Brentford's backline.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Sofascore rating. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nathan Collins
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 93 | 89 |
| 3 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 30 | €1.0m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Marc Guéhisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Arthur Theatesimilar↗ | Bologna | 26 | €17m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Albian Hajdarisimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 23 | €24m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 92 | 85 |
| 9 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 25 | €3.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Adrián de la Fuentesimilar↗ | Levante UD | 27 | €4.1m | 92 | 89 |
| 11 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 12 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 91 | 88 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathan Collins
≈ 100% Nathan Collins · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Nathan Collins · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Nathan Collins · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nathan Collins?
Statistically, Alejandro Catena (Osasuna) is the closest look-alike to Nathan Collins — a 84/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Nathan Collins?
By Doppel's fit score, Alejandro Catena (Osasuna) is the closest profile to Nathan Collins, with a 84/100 overall match. Leopold Querfeld and Reece Burke are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nathan Collins?
Yes. Reece Burke (Charlton Athletic) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nathan Collins?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nathan Collins's 2025/26 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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