Players like Douglas Luiz
CM/CDMJuventus · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitDouglas Luiz's profile ↗
The players most similar to Douglas Luiz are Tom Bischof, Matúš Bero, Adam Wharton. Doppel rates Tom Bischof (FC Bayern München) a 85/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Matúš Bero scores 85/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Douglas Luiz is a dynamic central midfielder, excelling as a box-to-box engine with a knack for contributing in attack and winning possession high up the pitch. His top 6% Sofascore rating highlights his elite quality, underpinned by impressive metrics in touches and goal contributions. While he has shown vulnerability with injuries, his ability to impact games and drive play makes him a vital asset when fit.
Strengths: Touches, xG + xA, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Douglas Luiz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tom Bischofsimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 21 | €39m | 95 | 85 |
| 2 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Yasin Ayarisimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | €36m | 92 | 83 |
| 6 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 91 | 84 |
| 7 | Bruno Fernandessimilar↗ | Manchester United | 32 | €32m | 91 | 83 |
| 8 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 91 | 84 |
| 9 | Mikkel Damsgaardsimilar↗ | Brentford | 26 | €29m | 91 | 82 |
| 10 | Adrien Thomassonsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 33 | €4.3m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Harvey Elliottsimilar↗ | Valencia | 23 | €21m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 90 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Douglas Luiz
≈ 100% Douglas Luiz · strong: Accurate crosses, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Douglas Luiz · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Douglas Luiz · 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 Douglas Luiz?
Statistically, Tom Bischof (FC Bayern München) is the closest look-alike to Douglas Luiz — a 85/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Douglas Luiz?
By Doppel's fit score, Tom Bischof (FC Bayern München) is the closest profile to Douglas Luiz, with a 85/100 overall match. Matúš Bero and Adam Wharton are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Douglas Luiz?
Yes. Matúš Bero (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 85/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Douglas Luiz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Douglas Luiz'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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