Players like Leif Davis
LBIpswich Town · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeif Davis's profile ↗
The players most similar to Leif Davis are Ryan Manning, Harrison Burrows, Dean James. Doppel rates Ryan Manning (Southampton) a 88/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jeff Hardeveld scores 87/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Leif Davis is an elite attacking left-back, showcasing a remarkable ability to influence games from the flanks. With a top 1% Sofascore rating among his positional peers, he excels in creating chances, averaging an impressive 18 assists and ranking in the top 1% for key passes and accurate crosses. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only four games in three seasons, making him a reliable presence for Ipswich Town. While his defensive clearances may not be his strong suit, his offensive contributions more than compensate, marking him as a standout performer.
Strengths: Key passes, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses. Availability: 4 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Leif Davis
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 94 | 88 |
| 2 | Harrison Burrowssimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 24 | €9.2m | 93 | 88 |
| 3 | Dean Jamessimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 26 | €1.6m | 93 | 88 |
| 4 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Miguel Gutiérrezsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 25 | €24m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Souffian El Karouanisimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €14m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Jeff Hardeveldsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €400k | 92 | 87 |
| 9 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 32 | €800k | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 92 | 87 |
| 11 | Daniel Svenssonsimilar↗ | Borussia Dortmund | 24 | €20m | 92 | 85 |
| 12 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Leif Davis
≈ 100% Leif Davis · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Leif Davis · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Leif Davis · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Leif Davis?
Statistically, Ryan Manning (Southampton) is the closest look-alike to Leif Davis — a 88/100 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 Leif Davis?
By Doppel's fit score, Ryan Manning (Southampton) is the closest profile to Leif Davis, with a 88/100 overall match. Harrison Burrows and Dean James are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Leif Davis?
Yes. Jeff Hardeveld (SC Telstar) plays a similar left back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Leif Davis?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Leif Davis's 2025/26 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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