Players like Liam Henderson
CM/CDM/CAMSampdoria · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLiam Henderson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Liam Henderson are Pieter Gerkens, Mika Baur, Clint Leemans. Doppel rates Pieter Gerkens (Cercle Brugge) a 81/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Clint Leemans scores 80/100 at about €400k. Data as of September 2026.
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Liam Henderson is a versatile central midfielder with a strong focus on playmaking and defensive stability. His ability to deliver accurate crosses and create big chances positions him well among peers, showcasing his creative edge despite a lower overall rating. With just six games missed in three seasons, his durability adds to his reliability in the midfield, making him a solid option for any team needing a dependable facilitator.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Big chances created, Clearances. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Liam Henderson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pieter Gerkenssimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 31 | €700k | 91 | 81 |
| 2 | Mika Baursimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €4.7m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 30 | €900k | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Alex Salasimilar↗ | Córdoba | 25 | €1.0m | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Guus Tilsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 29 | €16m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Vito van Crooijsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 30 | €900k | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 88 | 80 |
| 9 | Scott Twinesimilar↗ | Bristol City | 27 | €14m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Isaac Pricesimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 23 | €13m | 88 | 80 |
| 11 | Sander van de Streeksimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 33 | €500k | 88 | 80 |
| 12 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Liam Henderson
≈ 100% Liam Henderson · strong: Possession won in att. third, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Liam Henderson · strong: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Liam Henderson · strong: Big chances created, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Liam Henderson?
By Doppel's fit score, Pieter Gerkens (Cercle Brugge) is the closest profile to Liam Henderson, with a 81/100 overall match. Mika Baur and Clint Leemans are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Liam Henderson?
Yes. Clint Leemans (NAC Breda) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Liam Henderson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Liam Henderson'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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