Players like Rasmus Nicolaisen
CB/LBToulouse · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitRasmus Nicolaisen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Rasmus Nicolaisen are Siad Gourville, Jon Martin, Emmanuel Kakou. Doppel rates Siad Gourville (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Siad Gourville scores 81/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Rasmus Nicolaisen is a commanding aerial presence, excelling as a dual-role centre-back and left-back known for his aggressive defending and ability to win duels. With a Sofascore rating in the top 20% of his peers, he showcases impressive aerial prowess, ranking in the top 3% for aerial duels won. While his offensive contributions may be limited, his durability has been a concern, having missed a significant number of games over the past few seasons. Nonetheless, his defensive reliability makes him a valuable asset in any backline.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Duels won. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Rasmus Nicolaisen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Siad Gourvillesimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €800k | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Jon Martinsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 20 | €24m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Michael Keanesimilar↗ | Everton | 33 | €2.8m | 90 | 79 |
| 5 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 88 | 80 |
| 6 | Ze Vitorsimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 25 | €2.4m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 86 | 79 |
| 9 | Abdelhamid Ait Boudlalsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 20 | €13m | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 26 | €400k | 85 | 80 |
| 12 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Rasmus Nicolaisen
≈ 100% Rasmus Nicolaisen · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Rasmus Nicolaisen · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Rasmus Nicolaisen · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Rasmus Nicolaisen?
Statistically, Siad Gourville (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) is the closest look-alike to Rasmus Nicolaisen — a 81/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Rasmus Nicolaisen?
By Doppel's fit score, Siad Gourville (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) is the closest profile to Rasmus Nicolaisen, with a 81/100 overall match. Jon Martin and Emmanuel Kakou are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Rasmus Nicolaisen?
Yes. Siad Gourville (US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Rasmus Nicolaisen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Rasmus Nicolaisen'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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