Players like Manuel Locatelli
CDM/CMJuventus · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitManuel Locatelli's profile ↗
The players most similar to Manuel Locatelli are James Garner, Ander Herrera, Pepelu. Doppel rates James Garner (Everton) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ander Herrera scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Manuel Locatelli is a refined ball-playing midfielder, excelling in orchestrating play from deep with his pinpoint long passing and intelligent final-third distribution. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 9% of his peers, showcasing his elite quality on the pitch. With only four games missed in the past three seasons, he proves to be a durable and reliable asset for Juventus, driving the team's midfield with composure and creativity.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Touches, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Manuel Locatelli
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Garnersimilar↗ | Everton | 25 | €48m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Boca Juniors | 37 | €400k | 94 | 82 |
| 3 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 92 | 83 |
| 5 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 92 | 84 |
| 6 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Henrikh Mkhitaryansimilar↗ | Inter | 37 | €2.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 90 | 82 |
| 11 | Lucas Paquetásimilar↗ | West Ham United | 29 | €36m | 90 | 81 |
| 12 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Manuel Locatelli
≈ 100% Manuel Locatelli · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Manuel Locatelli · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Touches · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Touches /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Manuel Locatelli · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Manuel Locatelli?
Statistically, James Garner (Everton) is the closest look-alike to Manuel Locatelli — a 81/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Manuel Locatelli?
By Doppel's fit score, James Garner (Everton) is the closest profile to Manuel Locatelli, with a 81/100 overall match. Ander Herrera and Pepelu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Manuel Locatelli?
Yes. Ander Herrera (Boca Juniors) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Manuel Locatelli?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Manuel Locatelli's 2025/26 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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