Players like Luís Esteves
CM/CDM/CAMGil Vicente · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLuís Esteves's profile ↗
The players most similar to Luís Esteves are Sebastiano Esposito, Franco Cristaldo, Harvey Elliott. Doppel rates Sebastiano Esposito (Sassuolo) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marvin Wanitzek scores 85/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Luís Esteves is a diligent defensive midfielder with a knack for orchestrating play from deep. His elite accuracy in long balls and ability to regain possession in the attacking third highlight his impact on both defensive stability and transition. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top 27% of his peers, Esteves combines reliability and quality, making him a dependable presence in the midfield. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Possession won in att. third, Shots. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Luís Esteves
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sebastiano Espositosimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 24 | €14m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Franco Cristaldosimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 30 | €3.6m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 93 | 85 |
| 4 | Fabian Riedersimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 24 | €11m | 93 | 85 |
| 5 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 93 | 85 |
| 6 | Marvin Wanitzeksimilar↗ | Karlsruher SC | 33 | €900k | 93 | 85 |
| 7 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 93 | 84 |
| 8 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 92 | 86 |
| 9 | Farès Chaïbisimilar↗ | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | €15m | 92 | 85 |
| 10 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Haris Hajradinovićsimilar↗ | Kasımpaşa | 32 | €1.3m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 91 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Luís Esteves
≈ 100% Luís Esteves · strong: Key passes, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Luís Esteves · strong: Key passes, Sofascore rating · medium reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Luís Esteves · strong: Possession won in att. third, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Luís Esteves?
Statistically, Sebastiano Esposito (Sassuolo) is the closest look-alike to Luís Esteves — a 87/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Luís Esteves?
By Doppel's fit score, Sebastiano Esposito (Sassuolo) is the closest profile to Luís Esteves, with a 87/100 overall match. Franco Cristaldo and Harvey Elliott are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Luís Esteves?
Yes. Marvin Wanitzek (Karlsruher SC) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Luís Esteves?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Luís Esteves'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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