Players like Lukáš Horníček
GKNewcastle United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLukáš Horníček's profile ↗
The players most similar to Lukáš Horníček are Kaique, Emil Audero, Obed Nkambadio. Doppel rates Kaique (CD Nacional) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Alex Palmer scores 83/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Lukáš Horníček is an assertive shot-stopper with a strong command of his area, exemplified by his elite clearance rate and impressive clean sheet percentage. With a Sofascore rating in the top half of his positional peers, he demonstrates reliability in goal, contributing significantly to his team's defensive stability. His durability is a standout feature, having missed no games in three seasons, showcasing his resilience and reliability as a key player for Newcastle United.
Strengths: Clearances, Clean sheet %, 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 | Emil Auderosimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 29 | €2.7m | 92 | 80 |
| 3 | Obed Nkambadiosimilar↗ | Paris FC | 23 | €4.7m | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Gianluigi Donnarummasimilar↗ | Manchester City | 27 | €46m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Alex Palmersimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 30 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 6 | Grégoire Coudertsimilar↗ | Stade Brestois | 27 | €3.6m | 87 | 80 |
| 7 | James Traffordsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 24 | €27m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Matěj Kovářsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 26 | €8.3m | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Joe Walshsimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 24 | €1.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | James Beadlesimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 22 | €5.5m | 87 | 86 |
| 11 | Joel Roblessimilar↗ | Estoril Praia | 36 | €400k | 87 | 82 |
| 12 | Karl Darlowsimilar↗ | Leeds United | 36 | €200k | 87 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lukáš Horníček
≈ 100% Lukáš Horníček · strong: Clearances, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Duels won /90, Goals prevented /90
≈ 100% Lukáš Horníček · strong: Touches, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Lukáš Horníček · strong: Successful dribbles, Clean sheet % · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Clean sheet %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Lukáš Horníček?
Statistically, Kaique (CD Nacional) is the closest look-alike to Lukáš Horníček — a 81/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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. Emil Audero and Obed Nkambadio are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Lukáš Horníček?
Yes. Alex Palmer (Ipswich Town) 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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