Players like Shane Duffy
CBNorwich City · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitShane Duffy's profile ↗
Shane Duffy is a centre-back for Norwich City in the Championship, with 45 appearances and 4 goals in the 2024/25 season. Players similar to Duffy include Gabriele Guarino from Empoli, who has a fit score of 88/100, and Gustavo Henrique from Corinthians, with a fit score of 85/100. Both players demonstrate a comparable role and statistical profile, making them suitable alternatives for teams seeking a defender with similar attributes.
About Shane Duffy
Shane Duffy is a commanding aerial defender who excels in winning duels, making him a formidable presence in the backline. With an impressive Sofascore rating placing him in the top 24% of his peers, he showcases reliability and durability, missing only 17 games over the last three seasons. While not the most aggressive in tackles or interceptions, his ability to contribute offensively with key goals makes him a valuable asset for Norwich City.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Touches. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Shane Duffy
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 93 | 83 |
| 2 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 93 | 88 |
| 3 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Francesco Acerbisimilar↗ | Inter | 38 | €1.9m | 93 | 83 |
| 5 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 24 | €24m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Swansea City | 27 | €4.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Matthias Gintersimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 32 | €4.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Genoa | 24 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Taylor Harwood-Bellissimilar↗ | Southampton | 24 | €22m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Shane Duffy
≈ 100% Shane Duffy · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Shane Duffy · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Shane Duffy · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Shane Duffy?
By Doppel's fit score, Husniddin Aliqulov (Çaykur Rizespor) is the closest profile to Shane Duffy, with a 83/100 overall match. Gabriele Guarino and Gustavo Henrique are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Shane Duffy?
Yes. Gustavo Henrique (Corinthians) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Shane Duffy?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Shane Duffy's 2024/25 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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