Players like Leandro Bacuna
CM/RB/CDMFC Groningen · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeandro Bacuna's profile ↗
The players most similar to Leandro Bacuna are Mathis Servais, Gianluca Busio, Anton Gaaei. Doppel rates Mathis Servais (KV Mechelen) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, David Hrnčár scores 86/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Leandro Bacuna is a versatile central midfielder/right-back known for his creative playmaking ability and crossing precision. With a Sofascore rating in the top 32% of his peers, he excels in generating goal-scoring opportunities, boasting impressive metrics in expected goals and assists per 90 minutes, as well as accurate crosses and long balls. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable option for any squad.
Strengths: xG + xA, Accurate crosses, Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Leandro Bacuna
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Anton Gaaeisimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €4.8m | 92 | 86 |
| 4 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 92 | 88 |
| 5 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 92 | 86 |
| 7 | David Hrnčársimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Christian Eriksensimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | €2.4m | 91 | 86 |
| 9 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Emiliano Marcondessimilar↗ | Norwich City | 31 | €600k | 91 | 85 |
| 11 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 90 | 84 |
| 12 | Yukinari Sugawarasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 26 | €5.0m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Leandro Bacuna
≈ 100% Leandro Bacuna · strong: Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Leandro Bacuna · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Leandro Bacuna · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Leandro Bacuna?
Statistically, Mathis Servais (KV Mechelen) is the closest look-alike to Leandro Bacuna — a 86/100 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 Leandro Bacuna?
By Doppel's fit score, Mathis Servais (KV Mechelen) is the closest profile to Leandro Bacuna, with a 86/100 overall match. Gianluca Busio and Anton Gaaei are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Leandro Bacuna?
Yes. David Hrnčár (FCV Dender) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Leandro Bacuna?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Leandro Bacuna's 2024/25 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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