Louis Leroux alternatives
CDMNantes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLouis Leroux's profile ↗
Louis Leroux is a defensive midfielder for Nantes in Ligue 1, with 23 appearances and a market value of €10m. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Leroux, consider Kevin Sessa from Hertha BSC, valued at €1m with a fit score of 84/100, or Rafael Lubach of 1. FC Nürnberg, priced at €3m and a fit score of 83/100. Other options include Thomas Van den Keybus and Dariusz Stalmach, both offering similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 86 | 84 |
| 2 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 85 | 83 |
| 3 | Thomas Van den Keybussimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 25 | €700k | 88 | 83 |
| 4 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 86 | 83 |
| 5 | Marvin Mehlemsimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 29 | €800k | 86 | 82 |
| 6 | Charlie Patiñosimilar↗ | Deportivo de A Coruña | 23 | €600k | 84 | 82 |
| 7 | Juninho Bacunasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.8m | 83 | 82 |
| 8 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 84 | 81 |
| 9 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 83 | 81 |
| 10 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 83 | 81 |
| 11 | Emirhan İlkhansimilar↗ | Torino | 22 | €6.3m | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Mattias Svanbergsimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 27 | €8.3m | 85 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Louis Leroux
≈ 100% Louis Leroux · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Louis Leroux · strong: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Louis Leroux · strong: Accurate crosses, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Louis Leroux?
Charlie Patiño (Deportivo de A Coruña) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €600k with a 82/100 match to Louis Leroux.
Who is the best-value alternative to Louis Leroux?
Kevin Sessa offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €800k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Louis Leroux?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Louis Leroux's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
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