Players like Stefan Leković
CBVillarreal B U23 · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitStefan Leković's profile ↗
The players most similar to Stefan Leković are Keven Schlotterbeck, Caleb Taylor, Chibuike Nwaiwu. Doppel rates Keven Schlotterbeck (VfL Bochum 1848) a 85/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Dan Zagadou scores 84/100 at about €1.9m. Data as of September 2026.
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Stefan Leković is an aggressive, front-foot centre-back with a knack for scoring, as evidenced by his impressive aerial ability and goal contributions. While his overall quality ranks in the bottom half of his positional peers, his durability shines through with just one game missed in three seasons. Leković excels in aerial duels, making him a formidable presence in defense, although he may need to improve his tackling and passing accuracy to elevate his game further.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Stefan Leković
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keven Schlotterbecksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 29 | €5.7m | 94 | 85 |
| 2 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 93 | 88 |
| 3 | Chibuike Nwaiwusimilar↗ | Trabzonspor | 23 | €9.1m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Justin De Haassimilar↗ | Famalicão | 26 | €7.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 89 | 85 |
| 9 | Andrea Tiritiellosimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 31 | €400k | 89 | 86 |
| 10 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Wagner Leonardosimilar↗ | Vitória | 27 | €3.3m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Maik Nawrockisimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 25 | €1.4m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Stefan Leković
≈ 100% Stefan Leković · strong: Duels won, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Stefan Leković · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Stefan Leković · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Stefan Leković?
By Doppel's fit score, Keven Schlotterbeck (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest profile to Stefan Leković, with a 85/100 overall match. Caleb Taylor and Chibuike Nwaiwu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Stefan Leković?
Yes. Dan Zagadou (VfB Stuttgart) plays a similar centre back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.9m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Stefan Leković?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Stefan Leković's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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