Players like Lewis Holtby
CM/CDMNAC Breda · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLewis Holtby's profile ↗
The players most similar to Lewis Holtby are Lincoln, Emiliano Marcondes, Christian Eriksen. Doppel rates Lincoln (FC Alverca) a 86/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Emiliano Marcondes scores 86/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Lewis Holtby is a dynamic central midfielder, excelling as a box-to-box engine with a knack for influencing the game in the final third. His impressive Sofascore rating places him in the top 18% of his peers, showcasing his ability to win possession and contribute significantly with 5 goals and 7 assists this season. With only 7 missed games in the last three years, Holtby’s durability adds to his value, making him a reliable asset for NAC Breda in the Eredivisie.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Shots, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Lewis Holtby
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Rihito Yamamotosimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 25 | €7.4m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 8 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 9 | Enzo Le Féesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 26 | €26m | 92 | 84 |
| 10 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lewis Holtby
≈ 100% Lewis Holtby · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Lewis Holtby · strong: Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Lewis Holtby · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Lewis Holtby?
Statistically, Lincoln (FC Alverca) is the closest look-alike to Lewis Holtby — a 86/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Lewis Holtby?
By Doppel's fit score, Lincoln (FC Alverca) is the closest profile to Lewis Holtby, with a 86/100 overall match. Emiliano Marcondes and Christian Eriksen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Lewis Holtby?
Yes. Emiliano Marcondes (Norwich City) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Lewis Holtby?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Lewis Holtby's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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