Players like Lukáš Horníček
GKSporting Braga · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLukáš Horníček's profile ↗
Lukáš Horníček is a goalkeeper for Sporting Braga in the Primeira Liga, with 33 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Horníček include Kaique from CD Nacional, who has a fit score of 81/100, and Obed Nkambadio from Paris FC, with a fit score of 80/100. Other notable comparisons are Gianluigi Donnarumma from Manchester City and Alex Palmer from West Bromwich Albion, both of whom exhibit similar attributes and roles in their respective leagues.
About Lukáš Horníček
Lukáš Horníček is a reliable shot-stopper and a durable presence in goal, boasting an impressive ability to clear danger with clearances in the top 7% of his peers. While his overall quality sits below the elite level, his successful dribbles indicate a goalkeeper comfortable with the ball at his feet, adding a modern twist to his game. With no games missed in the last three seasons, he proves to be a dependable option for Sporting Braga.
Strengths: Clearances, Successful dribbles. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Lukáš Horníček
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kaiquesimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 23 | €2.2m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Obed Nkambadiosimilar↗ | Paris FC | 23 | €4.7m | 90 | 80 |
| 3 | Gianluigi Donnarummasimilar↗ | Manchester City | 27 | €46m | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Alex Palmersimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 30 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Grégoire Coudertsimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 27 | €3.6m | 87 | 80 |
| 6 | James Traffordsimilar↗ | Burnley | 24 | €27m | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Matěj Kovářsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 26 | €8.3m | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Joe Walshsimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 9 | James Beadlesimilar↗ | Sheffield Wednesday | 22 | €5.5m | 87 | 86 |
| 10 | Joel Roblessimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 36 | €400k | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Karl Darlowsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 36 | €200k | 87 | 80 |
| 12 | Jonas Thomas Kerskensimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 26 | €900k | 86 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lukáš Horníček
≈ 100% Lukáš Horníček · strong: Clearances, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Lukáš Horníček · strong: Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Lukáš Horníček · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Lukáš Horníček?
By Doppel's fit score, Kaique (CD Nacional) is the closest profile to Lukáš Horníček, with a 81/100 overall match. Obed Nkambadio and Gianluigi Donnarumma are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Lukáš Horníček?
Yes. Alex Palmer (West Bromwich Albion) plays a similar goalkeeper role and rates 83/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Lukáš Horníček?
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