Players like Gonzalo Maffini
CBEstudiantes de Río Cuarto · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitGonzalo Maffini's profile ↗
The players most similar to Gonzalo Maffini are Lorenco Šimić, Axel Drouhin, Gabriele Guarino. Doppel rates Lorenco Šimić (US Avellino 1912) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gustavo Henrique scores 83/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
Building your XI? Put Gonzalo Maffini in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →About Gonzalo Maffini
Gonzalo Maffini is an aggressive, aerially dominant centre-back who excels in defensive duels and clearances, making him a reliable presence in the backline. His elite aerial ability ranks him among the top 5% of his peers, while his durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons. Although his involvement in possession play is limited, his defensive prowess ensures he remains a key figure in any team’s defensive setup.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Gonzalo Maffini
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lorenco Šimićsimilar↗ | US Avellino 1912 | 30 | €700k | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Axel Drouhinsimilar↗ | Annecy FC | 26 | €1.2m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 90 | 87 |
| 4 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 25 | €6.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 5 | Seid Koraćsimilar↗ | Venezia | 25 | €1.4m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Nikola Katićsimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 30 | €1.9m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 33 | €600k | 89 | 83 |
| 9 | Patrick Nkoasimilar↗ | Eintracht Braunschweig | 27 | €700k | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 89 | 85 |
| 11 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 89 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Gonzalo Maffini
≈ 100% Gonzalo Maffini · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Gonzalo Maffini · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Gonzalo Maffini · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Gonzalo Maffini?
Statistically, Lorenco Šimić (US Avellino 1912) is the closest look-alike to Gonzalo Maffini — a 81/100 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 Gonzalo Maffini?
By Doppel's fit score, Lorenco Šimić (US Avellino 1912) is the closest profile to Gonzalo Maffini, with a 81/100 overall match. Axel Drouhin and Gabriele Guarino are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Gonzalo Maffini?
Yes. Gustavo Henrique (Real Valladolid) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Gonzalo Maffini?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Gonzalo Maffini's 2026 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →