Players like Luke Thomas
LBLeicester City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuke Thomas's profile ↗
The players most similar to Luke Thomas are Callum Elder, Martin Frese, Sergi Cardona. Doppel rates Callum Elder (Derby County) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Callum Elder scores 82/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Luke Thomas is a resilient, defensively solid left-back known for his ability to clear danger and contribute creatively from deep. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 33% of his positional peers, he excels in clearances and key passes, showcasing a strong defensive presence combined with the capability to support attacks. His durability is impressive, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option on the left flank. While he may struggle with dribbling and finishing, his strengths in aerial duels and playmaking are essential for any team.
Strengths: Clearances, Key passes, xG + xA. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Luke Thomas
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Callum Eldersimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €400k | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Martin Fresesimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €2.7m | 91 | 84 |
| 3 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 91 | 86 |
| 4 | Bryan Goncalvessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 30 | €500k | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Juan Mirandasimilar↗ | Bologna | 26 | €16m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €46m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Kazımcan Karataşsimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 23 | €2.1m | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Davide Bartesaghisimilar↗ | AC Milan | 21 | €20m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Juninho Capixabasimilar↗ | Red Bull Bragantino | 29 | €7.4m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luke Thomas
≈ 100% Luke Thomas · strong: Accurate crosses, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Aerial duels won /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Luke Thomas · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Luke Thomas · 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 Luke Thomas?
Statistically, Callum Elder (Derby County) is the closest look-alike to Luke Thomas — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Luke Thomas?
By Doppel's fit score, Callum Elder (Derby County) is the closest profile to Luke Thomas, with a 82/100 overall match. Martin Frese and Sergi Cardona are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Luke Thomas?
Yes. Callum Elder (Derby County) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Luke Thomas?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Luke Thomas's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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