Players like Julián Chicco
CM/CDMLeganés · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitJulián Chicco's profile ↗
Julián Chicco is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Leganés in LaLiga 2, with 32 appearances and 2 goals in the 2023/24 season. Players similar to Chicco include Noe Lebreton from Caen, who has a fit score of 81/100, and Gui from Almería, with a fit score of 79/100. Other comparable options are Kevin Appin of Burgos and Moussa Diakité from Cádiz, both also fitting well into a similar role.
About Julián Chicco
Julián Chicco is a defensive midfielder whose contributions have not yet reached elite levels, as indicated by his Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 21% of his positional peers. While he offers durability with 32 appearances this season, his ability to create chances and deliver accurate final-third passes is lacking, limiting his impact in attacking transitions. With a history of injury challenges, his reliability remains a concern for teams seeking a consistent midfield presence.
Availability: 20 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Julián Chicco
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | Caen | 22 | €4.1m | 95 | 81 |
| 2 | Guisimilar↗ | Almería | 24 | €600k | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Kevin Appinsimilar↗ | Burgos Club de Fútbol | 28 | €800k | 93 | 79 |
| 4 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Everson Juniorsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 23 | €1.1m | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Nordin Bukalasimilar↗ | FC Volendam | 21 | €600k | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Théo Chennahisimilar↗ | Montpellier | 21 | €2.4m | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 90 | 79 |
| 9 | Aarón Martínsimilar↗ | CD Tenerife | 20 | €700k | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Thiago Helguerasimilar↗ | Mirandés | 20 | €3.9m | 90 | 79 |
| 11 | Jordan Mendes Correiasimilar↗ | Rodez AF | 22 | €2.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Milan Robinsimilar↗ | FC Martigues | 27 | €1.0m | 90 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Julián Chicco
≈ 100% Julián Chicco · low reliability
≈ 100% Julián Chicco · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Julián Chicco · strong: Aerial duels won, Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Julián Chicco?
By Doppel's fit score, Noe Lebreton (Caen) is the closest profile to Julián Chicco, with a 81/100 overall match. Gui and Kevin Appin are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Julián Chicco?
Yes. Gui (Almería) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 79/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Julián Chicco?
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