Players like Léo Santos
CBCD Nacional · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLéo Santos's profile ↗
The players most similar to Léo Santos are Luka Vušković, George Campbell, Nikolai Soyset Hopland. Doppel rates Luka Vušković (KVC Westerlo) a 84/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny Bakker scores 86/100 at about €500k. Data as of September 2026.
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Léo Santos is a goal-scoring centre-back with a knack for contributing in attack, showcasing impressive finishing and successful dribbling for his position. Despite being in the bottom third of his peers in defensive metrics, his durability and consistent presence on the pitch amplify his value. With a strong Sofascore rating reflecting his overall quality, Santos stands out as a dynamic defender who adds a unique attacking threat from the back.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Successful dribbles. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Léo Santos
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 19 | €64m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Ismaelo Ganiousimilar↗ | RC Lens | 21 | €19m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Fabian Schärsimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 35 | €3.9m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 90 | 86 |
| 7 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 8 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Ozan Kabaksimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 26 | €15m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Jarell Quansahsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 23 | €48m | 90 | 83 |
| 12 | Danny da Costasimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 33 | €1.1m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Léo Santos
≈ 100% Léo Santos · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Léo Santos · strong: Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Non-penalty goals /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Léo Santos · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Léo Santos?
By Doppel's fit score, Luka Vušković (KVC Westerlo) is the closest profile to Léo Santos, with a 84/100 overall match. George Campbell and Nikolai Soyset Hopland are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Léo Santos?
Yes. Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Léo Santos?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Léo Santos's 2025/26 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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