Players like Lucas Esquivel
LB/CBAthletico · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitLucas Esquivel's profile ↗
Lucas Esquivel is a left-back/centre-back for Athletico in the Brazilian Serie A, with 16 appearances in 2026, contributing 1 goal and 4 assists. Players similar to Esquivel include Alfie Doughty from Luton Town, with a fit score of 89/100, and Christopher Operi from Le Havre, also at 89/100. Both offer comparable roles and statistical profiles, making them suitable alternatives for teams seeking players with similar attributes.
About Lucas Esquivel
Lucas Esquivel is a dynamic left-back known for his precise crossing ability and aerial prowess, making him a valuable asset in both defensive and attacking phases. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his peers, he consistently influences games, contributing four assists this season while winning possession effectively in the attacking third. His reliability is underscored by missing only six matches over the last three seasons, showcasing his durability and commitment on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Aerial duels won %, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Lucas Esquivel
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 27 | €5.2m | 96 | 89 |
| 2 | Christopher Operisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 29 | €3.7m | 95 | 89 |
| 3 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 94 | 87 |
| 4 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 94 | 86 |
| 5 | Wendellsimilar↗ | FC Porto | 33 | €1.6m | 94 | 86 |
| 6 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Souffian El Karouanisimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €14m | 93 | 86 |
| 8 | Ryan Manningsimilar↗ | Southampton | 30 | €3.0m | 93 | 88 |
| 9 | Sergio Gómezsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 26 | €15m | 93 | 86 |
| 10 | Nazinhosimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 23 | €6.6m | 93 | 89 |
| 11 | Mats Rotssimilar↗ | FC Twente | 20 | €11m | 93 | 88 |
| 12 | Tim Handwerkersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 28 | €600k | 93 | 88 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lucas Esquivel
≈ 100% Lucas Esquivel · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Lucas Esquivel · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Lucas Esquivel · strong: Key passes, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Lucas Esquivel?
By Doppel's fit score, Alfie Doughty (Luton Town) is the closest profile to Lucas Esquivel, with a 89/100 overall match. Christopher Operi and David Raum are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Lucas Esquivel?
Yes. Tobias Mohr (Standard Liège) plays a similar left back role and rates 87/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Lucas Esquivel?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Lucas Esquivel's 2026 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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