Players like Maxence Lacroix
CBCrystal Palace · 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 September 2026.
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Maxence Lacroix is a dynamic, ball-playing centre-back who excels in defensive duels, boasting top-tier metrics in tackles, interceptions, and clearances. With an impressive Sofascore rating placing him in the top 33% of his peers, he combines defensive solidity with an ability to contribute offensively, evidenced by his notable chance creation. His durability is a significant asset, having missed zero games over the past three seasons, underscoring his reliability and consistency on the pitch.
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↗ | Hellas Verona | 25 | €3.1m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | James Tarkowskisimilar↗ | Everton | 34 | €5.2m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Ethan Pinnocksimilar↗ | Brentford | 33 | €2.8m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Leopold Querfeldsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 23 | €19m | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Timo Hüberssimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 30 | €1.4m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Marc Guéhisimilar↗ | Manchester City | 26 | €66m | 93 | 84 |
| 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↗ | Luton Town | 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 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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