Players like Maxence Lacroix
CBChelsea · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMaxence Lacroix's profile ↗
The players most similar to Maxence Lacroix are Sven Botman, Nicolás Valentini, Alberto Dossena. Doppel rates Sven Botman (Newcastle United) a 84/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Timo Hübers scores 84/100 at about €1.4m. Data as of October 2026.
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Maxence Lacroix is a defensive powerhouse, excelling as an aggressive front-foot defender. With a Sofascore rating in the top 24% of his peers, he showcases exceptional tackling and interception skills, ranking in the top 4% for both metrics. His ability to clear danger and create big chances further underscores his all-around quality, while his remarkable durability—having missed no games in three seasons—adds to his reliability at the back.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Shots, Clearances. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Maxence Lacroix
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sven Botmansimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 26 | €33m | 95 | 84 |
| 2 | Nicolás Valentinisimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 25 | €3.1m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | James Tarkowskisimilar↗ | Everton | 34 | €5.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 93 | 89 |
| 6 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Marc Guéhisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Alejandro Catenasimilar↗ | Osasuna | 32 | €2.7m | 92 | 83 |
| 12 | Reece Burkesimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 30 | €1.0m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Maxence Lacroix
≈ 100% Maxence Lacroix · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Maxence Lacroix · strong: Shots, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Maxence Lacroix · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Maxence Lacroix?
Statistically, Sven Botman (Newcastle United) is the closest look-alike to Maxence Lacroix — a 84/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Maxence Lacroix?
By Doppel's fit score, Sven Botman (Newcastle United) is the closest profile to Maxence Lacroix, with a 84/100 overall match. Nicolás Valentini and Alberto Dossena are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Maxence Lacroix?
Yes. Timo Hübers (1. FC Köln) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.4m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Maxence Lacroix?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Maxence Lacroix's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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