Players like Leandro Barreiro
CM/CDM/CAMBenfica · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeandro Barreiro's profile ↗
The players most similar to Leandro Barreiro are Jae-sung Lee, Thibo Somers, Lilian Egloff. Doppel rates Jae-sung Lee (1. FSV Mainz 05) a 82/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Justin Lonwijk scores 81/100 at about €800k. Data as of September 2026.
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Leandro Barreiro is a tenacious defensive midfielder, excelling in breaking up opposition play and winning duels. With a Sofascore rating in the top 45% of his positional peers, he showcases elite defensive metrics, ranking in the top 10% for duels won and tackles plus interceptions per 90 minutes. His reliability is underscored by missing only 11 games over the last three seasons, making him a durable asset in the heart of Benfica's midfield. While he may not shine in creating chances, his defensive prowess is undeniable.
Strengths: Duels won, Tackles + interceptions, Clearances. Availability: 11 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Leandro Barreiro
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 91 | 82 |
| 2 | Thibo Somerssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 27 | €2.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Lilian Egloffsimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 24 | €1.6m | 90 | 81 |
| 4 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 90 | 87 |
| 5 | Dany Motasimilar↗ | Monza | 28 | €3.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Christoph Baumgartnersimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 27 | €42m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Justin Lonwijksimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 27 | €800k | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Kai Havertzsimilar↗ | Arsenal | 27 | €53m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 21 | €1.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Arno Verschuerensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 29 | €700k | 88 | 82 |
| 12 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Leandro Barreiro
≈ 100% Leandro Barreiro · strong: Non-penalty goals, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Leandro Barreiro · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Leandro Barreiro · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Leandro Barreiro?
By Doppel's fit score, Jae-sung Lee (1. FSV Mainz 05) is the closest profile to Leandro Barreiro, with a 82/100 overall match. Thibo Somers and Lilian Egloff are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Leandro Barreiro?
Yes. Justin Lonwijk (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Leandro Barreiro?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Leandro Barreiro's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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