Players like Tom Lockyer
CB/RBLuton Town · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitTom Lockyer's profile ↗
The players most similar to Tom Lockyer are Alberto Dossena, Ozan Kabak, Caleb Taylor. Doppel rates Alberto Dossena (Cagliari) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Kervin Arriaga scores 82/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of September 2026.
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Tom Lockyer is a tenacious, ball-playing centre-back with a strong presence in defensive duels and the ability to distribute effectively from the back. His outstanding tackling and interception statistics place him in the top 3% of his peers, showcasing his defensive prowess in the Premier League. While he has struggled with injuries, limiting his availability, his quality remains evident, making him a reliable option when fit, capable of significantly impacting Luton Town's defensive stability.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won, Accurate long balls. Availability: 74 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tom Lockyer
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alberto Dossenasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 28 | €5.6m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Caleb Taylorsimilar↗ | Millwall | 23 | €4.6m | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Malick Thiawsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 25 | €41m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Kervin Arriagasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 28 | €2.1m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Kristoffer Ajersimilar↗ | Brentford | 28 | €20m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Siebe Horemanssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 28 | €2.9m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Nordi Mukielesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 29 | €15m | 91 | 82 |
| 9 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 10 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Dan Zagadousimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 27 | €1.9m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Chris Richardssimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 26 | €25m | 90 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tom Lockyer
≈ 100% Tom Lockyer · strong: Duels won, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Tom Lockyer · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Tom Lockyer · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Tom Lockyer?
By Doppel's fit score, Alberto Dossena (Cagliari) is the closest profile to Tom Lockyer, with a 82/100 overall match. Ozan Kabak and Caleb Taylor are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tom Lockyer?
Yes. Kervin Arriaga (Levante UD) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tom Lockyer?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tom Lockyer's 2023/24 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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