Players like Nathaniel Chalobah
CM/CDMSheffield Wednesday · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitNathaniel Chalobah's profile ↗
The players most similar to Nathaniel Chalobah are Enzo Loiodice, Josh Laurent, Pablo Ibáñez. Doppel rates Enzo Loiodice (Las Palmas) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Beñat Gerenabarrena scores 81/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of July 2026.
About Nathaniel Chalobah
Nathaniel Chalobah is a durable, defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess, winning a solid percentage of duels that bolsters his team's defensive stability. Despite a Sofascore rating that places him in the bottom tier among his peers, his reliability on the pitch is noteworthy, with no games missed in three seasons. While he may not contribute significantly in attack, his presence in midfield can provide essential support and balance to the squad.
Strengths: Aerial duels won. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Nathaniel Chalobah
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Enzo Loiodicesimilar↗ | Las Palmas | 26 | €1.2m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Josh Laurentsimilar↗ | Burnley | 31 | €1.5m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Pablo Ibáñezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 28 | €4.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 90 | 85 |
| 5 | Oscar Fraulosimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 23 | €2.7m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | CD Castellón | 23 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Rocco Reitzsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 24 | €22m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Jon Guridisimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 31 | €1.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Louis Moutonsimilar↗ | Angers | 24 | €4.1m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Nathaniel Chalobah
≈ 100% Nathaniel Chalobah · low reliability
≈ 100% Nathaniel Chalobah · strong: Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Nathaniel Chalobah · strong: Duels won, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Nathaniel Chalobah?
By Doppel's fit score, Enzo Loiodice (Las Palmas) is the closest profile to Nathaniel Chalobah, with a 81/100 overall match. Josh Laurent and Pablo Ibáñez are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Nathaniel Chalobah?
Yes. Beñat Gerenabarrena (CD Castellón) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Nathaniel Chalobah?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Nathaniel Chalobah's 2023/24 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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