Players like Deroy Duarte
CM/CDMFortuna Sittard · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitDeroy Duarte's profile ↗
The players most similar to Deroy Duarte are Julian Niehues, Patrizio Masini, Moussa Diakité. Doppel rates Julian Niehues (1. FC Heidenheim) a 81/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Christian Pierobon scores 82/100 at about €600k. Data as of October 2026.
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Deroy Duarte is a dynamic central midfielder with a knack for finishing, showcasing his ability to convert chances—ranking in the top 18% for goals relative to expected goals. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 44% of his peers, Duarte's durability stands out, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in the midfield. While his playmaking metrics could use improvement, his goal-scoring threat adds a valuable edge to his overall game.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Deroy Duarte
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Patrizio Masinisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €4.4m | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 92 | 81 |
| 4 | Marcus Lindbergsimilar↗ | IK Sirius | 26 | €1.0m | 91 | 78 |
| 5 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 91 | 80 |
| 8 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €4.1m | 91 | 79 |
| 9 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 90 | 79 |
| 10 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 22 | €1.6m | 90 | 79 |
| 11 | Everson Juniorsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 23 | €1.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 12 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Deroy Duarte
≈ 100% Deroy Duarte · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Deroy Duarte · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Deroy Duarte · strong: Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Deroy Duarte?
Statistically, Julian Niehues (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest look-alike to Deroy Duarte — a 81/100 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 Deroy Duarte?
By Doppel's fit score, Julian Niehues (1. FC Heidenheim) is the closest profile to Deroy Duarte, with a 81/100 overall match. Patrizio Masini and Moussa Diakité are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Deroy Duarte?
Yes. Christian Pierobon (Juve Stabia) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €600k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Deroy Duarte?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Deroy Duarte's 2023/24 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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