Players like Norman Theuerkauf
LB/CM/CDM1. FC Heidenheim · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitNorman Theuerkauf's profile ↗
The players most similar to Norman Theuerkauf are Bryan Goncalves, Luke Thomas, Julian Baas. Doppel rates Bryan Goncalves (FCV Dender) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Bryan Goncalves scores 80/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Norman Theuerkauf is a seasoned ball-playing left-back, showcasing his ability to accurately deliver long balls and crosses, placing him in the top 3% and 26% respectively among his positional peers. Despite his age, he remains a durable presence on the field, missing no games in the last three seasons. While he may not contribute significantly in attacking metrics, his playmaking from the back adds a strategic dimension to the team's build-up play.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Norman Theuerkauf
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Luke Thomassimilar↗ | Leicester City | 25 | €5.4m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 24 | €800k | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Gerard Gumbausimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 32 | €1.2m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 89 | 84 |
| 6 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Siebe Schrijverssimilar↗ | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 30 | €1.4m | 89 | 80 |
| 8 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | Genoa | 29 | €4.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 88 | 83 |
| 10 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Alexander Rossipalsimilar↗ | SG Dynamo Dresden | 30 | €600k | 88 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Norman Theuerkauf
≈ 100% Norman Theuerkauf · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Norman Theuerkauf · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Norman Theuerkauf · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Norman Theuerkauf?
Statistically, Bryan Goncalves (FCV Dender) is the closest look-alike to Norman Theuerkauf — a 80/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Norman Theuerkauf?
By Doppel's fit score, Bryan Goncalves (FCV Dender) is the closest profile to Norman Theuerkauf, with a 80/100 overall match. Luke Thomas and Julian Baas are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Norman Theuerkauf?
Yes. Bryan Goncalves (FCV Dender) plays a similar left back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Norman Theuerkauf?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Norman Theuerkauf's 2023/24 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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