Players like Franco Lepore
RBLecco · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitFranco Lepore's profile ↗
The players most similar to Franco Lepore are Yukinari Sugawara, Joe Ward, Florent Hadergjonaj. Doppel rates Yukinari Sugawara (AZ Alkmaar) a 89/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Davide Bariti scores 81/100 at about €200k. Data as of August 2026.
About Franco Lepore
Franco Lepore is a dynamic attacking right-back, excelling as a creator from wide areas. With a Sofascore rating in the top 5% of his peers, he showcases elite crossing and playmaking ability, averaging impressive key passes and big chances created. At 41, his durability is remarkable, having missed no games over the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch. While he may not dominate in aerial duels, his offensive contributions make him a standout in Serie B.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Key passes, Sofascore rating. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Franco Lepore
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yukinari Sugawarasimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €5.0m | 94 | 89 |
| 2 | Joe Wardsimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €600k | 91 | 86 |
| 3 | Florent Hadergjonajsimilar↗ | Alanyaspor | 32 | €1.9m | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Luca Sirchsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 27 | €2.3m | 90 | 81 |
| 5 | David Hrnčársimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €500k | 90 | 87 |
| 6 | James Breesimilar↗ | Southampton | 29 | €2.6m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Josip Juranovićsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 31 | €2.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Davide Baritisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 35 | €200k | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Sidny Lopes Cabralsimilar↗ | Benfica | 24 | €4.1m | 88 | 85 |
| 10 | Przemysław Frankowskisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 31 | €6.5m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Marcos Llorentesimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 31 | €21m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Anton Gaaeisimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €4.8m | 87 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Franco Lepore
≈ 100% Franco Lepore · strong: Sofascore rating, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Franco Lepore · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Franco Lepore · strong: Big chances created, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Franco Lepore?
By Doppel's fit score, Yukinari Sugawara (AZ Alkmaar) is the closest profile to Franco Lepore, with a 89/100 overall match. Joe Ward and Florent Hadergjonaj are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Franco Lepore?
Yes. Davide Bariti (Virtus Entella) plays a similar right back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Franco Lepore?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Franco Lepore's 2023/24 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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