Players like Thibault De Smet
LBParis FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitThibault De Smet's profile ↗
The players most similar to Thibault De Smet are Joedrick Pupe, José Luis Gayà, Andrew Hughes. Doppel rates Joedrick Pupe (Sint-Truidense VV) a 77/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Andrew Hughes scores 76/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Thibault De Smet is a tenacious defensive left-back, excelling in tackles and interceptions, ranking in the top 9% among his peers. His accuracy in final-third passes highlights his ability to contribute to build-up play, making him a reliable presence on the flank. With only five games missed over the last three seasons, his durability adds to his value, though he may need to enhance his attacking contributions to elevate his overall impact.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate final-third passes, Touches. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thibault De Smet
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joedrick Pupesimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 29 | €1.3m | 88 | 77 |
| 2 | José Luis Gayàsimilar↗ | Valencia | 31 | €4.3m | 87 | 77 |
| 3 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 86 | 76 |
| 4 | Fernando Medranosimilar↗ | Mirandés | 26 | €500k | 86 | 77 |
| 5 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 23 | €900k | 84 | 79 |
| 6 | Yannick Leliendalsimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 24 | €1.1m | 84 | 76 |
| 7 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 83 | 79 |
| 8 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 83 | 78 |
| 9 | Giuseppe Pezzellasimilar↗ | Cremonese | 29 | €2.1m | 83 | 78 |
| 10 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 83 | 77 |
| 11 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 82 | 78 |
| 12 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 82 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thibault De Smet
≈ 100% Thibault De Smet · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Thibault De Smet · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Thibault De Smet · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Thibault De Smet?
Statistically, Joedrick Pupe (Sint-Truidense VV) is the closest look-alike to Thibault De Smet — a 77/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Thibault De Smet?
By Doppel's fit score, Joedrick Pupe (Sint-Truidense VV) is the closest profile to Thibault De Smet, with a 77/100 overall match. José Luis Gayà and Andrew Hughes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thibault De Smet?
Yes. Andrew Hughes (Preston North End) plays a similar left back role and rates 76/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thibault De Smet?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thibault De Smet's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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