Players like Cajetan Lenz
CDM/CMVfL Bochum 1848 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitCajetan Lenz's profile ↗
Cajetan Lenz is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for VfL Bochum 1848 in the 2. Bundesliga, having made 31 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Lenz include Kevin Appin from Burgos CF, with a fit score of 80/100, and Thiago Ojeda from Cultural Leonesa, who has a fit score of 81/100. Both players share a comparable role and statistical profile, making them suitable alternatives.
About Cajetan Lenz
Cajetan Lenz is a tenacious defensive midfielder with a knack for winning aerial duels and a surprising ability to finish, showcasing his versatility in both defensive and attacking phases. Despite his Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 45% of his peers, his durability is a standout trait, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While he may struggle with passing accuracy in the final third, his strong aerial presence and successful dribbles highlight his potential to develop into a more complete player.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Cajetan Lenz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kevin Appinsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 28 | €800k | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Duccio Degli Innocentisimilar↗ | Lecco | 23 | €1.3m | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Nathan Rodessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €700k | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 21 | €1.8m | 92 | 80 |
| 6 | Lamine Fannesimilar↗ | AIK | 22 | €1.6m | 92 | 79 |
| 7 | Ugo Raghoubersimilar↗ | USL Dunkerque | 23 | €2.8m | 91 | 80 |
| 8 | Milan Robinsimilar↗ | FC Martigues | 27 | €1.0m | 90 | 79 |
| 9 | Aritz Aldasorosimilar↗ | Real Racing Club | 27 | €1.4m | 90 | 79 |
| 10 | Jandro Orellanasimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 26 | €1.0m | 89 | 80 |
| 11 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 20 | €700k | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 22 | €1.0m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Cajetan Lenz
≈ 100% Cajetan Lenz · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Cajetan Lenz · strong: Aerial duels won %, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Cajetan Lenz · strong: Aerial duels won %, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Successful dribbles /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Cajetan Lenz?
By Doppel's fit score, Kevin Appin (Burgos Club de Fútbol) is the closest profile to Cajetan Lenz, with a 80/100 overall match. Thiago Ojeda and Duccio Degli Innocenti are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Cajetan Lenz?
Yes. Thiago Ojeda (Cultural Leonesa) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Cajetan Lenz?
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