Players like Curtis Nelson
CB/RBDerby County · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitCurtis Nelson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Curtis Nelson are Arda Kızıldağ, Husniddin Aliqulov, Ilario Monterisi. Doppel rates Arda Kızıldağ (Gaziantep FK) a 83/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Arda Kızıldağ scores 83/100 at about €800k. Data as of July 2026.
About Curtis Nelson
Curtis Nelson is a versatile centre-back with a knack for contributing offensively, evidenced by his impressive finishing and goal-scoring ability. Ranking in the top 29% among his peers, he excels in aerial duels and clearances, showcasing his defensive prowess. While he has struggled with injuries, limiting his availability, his overall quality and reliability when on the pitch make him a valuable asset for Derby County.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Curtis Nelson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arda Kızıldağsimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 28 | €800k | 94 | 83 |
| 2 | Husniddin Aliqulovsimilar↗ | Çaykur Rizespor | 27 | €1.2m | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Ilario Monterisisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €2.7m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Leo Greimlsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 25 | €800k | 92 | 82 |
| 5 | Matias Antoninisimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 28 | €1.6m | 91 | 80 |
| 6 | Henrik Sælebakke Falchenersimilar↗ | Viking FK | 23 | €6.4m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Radu Drăguşinsimilar↗ | Genoa | 24 | €15m | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Jannis Heuersimilar↗ | Preußen Münster | 27 | €900k | 90 | 82 |
| 9 | Gustavo Henriquesimilar↗ | Corinthians | 33 | €600k | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Luton Town | 25 | €6.7m | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Leo Østigårdsimilar↗ | Genoa | 27 | €14m | 90 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Curtis Nelson
≈ 100% Curtis Nelson · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Curtis Nelson · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Curtis Nelson · low reliability
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Curtis Nelson?
By Doppel's fit score, Arda Kızıldağ (Gaziantep FK) is the closest profile to Curtis Nelson, with a 83/100 overall match. Husniddin Aliqulov and Ilario Monterisi are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Curtis Nelson?
Yes. Arda Kızıldağ (Gaziantep FK) plays a similar centre back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Curtis Nelson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Curtis Nelson'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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