Players like Nathaniel Phillips
CBWest Bromwich Albion · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathaniel Phillips's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nathaniel Phillips are Konstantinos Mavropanos, Leo Østigård, Matej Maglica. Doppel rates Konstantinos Mavropanos (West Ham United) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Leo Greiml scores 84/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Nathaniel Phillips is a robust, aerially-dominant centre-back, excelling in defensive duels and clearances. With a Sofascore rating in the top 15% of his positional peers, he showcases elite qualities that make him a reliable presence at the back. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only six games in three seasons, further cementing his role as a dependable defensive leader for West Bromwich Albion. While not known for his dribbling or crossing, his primary contributions in defense are invaluable.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Shots. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nathaniel Phillips
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Konstantinos Mavropanossimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €20m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Matej Maglicasimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 28 | €1.1m | 93 | 83 |
| 4 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 92 | 87 |
| 6 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Mattia Banisimilar↗ | Palermo | 33 | €1.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Mike Van der Hoornsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 34 | €800k | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 10 | Jake Coopersimilar↗ | Millwall | 31 | €1.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 11 | Tiago Gabrielsimilar↗ | Lecce | 22 | €15m | 91 | 85 |
| 12 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 91 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathaniel Phillips
≈ 100% Nathaniel Phillips · strong: Clearances, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Nathaniel Phillips · strong: Non-penalty goals, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Nathaniel Phillips · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Nathaniel Phillips?
Statistically, Konstantinos Mavropanos (West Ham United) is the closest look-alike to Nathaniel Phillips — a 84/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Nathaniel Phillips?
By Doppel's fit score, Konstantinos Mavropanos (West Ham United) is the closest profile to Nathaniel Phillips, with a 84/100 overall match. Leo Østigård and Matej Maglica are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nathaniel Phillips?
Yes. Leo Greiml (NAC Breda) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nathaniel Phillips?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nathaniel Phillips'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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