Players like Lucas Evangelista
CM/CDMPalmeiras · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitLucas Evangelista's profile ↗
The players most similar to Lucas Evangelista are Davy van den Berg, Filippo Ranocchia, Khalil Fayad. Doppel rates Davy van den Berg (FC Utrecht) a 83/100 overall match — 89/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Roman Kvet scores 82/100 at about €1.2m. Data as of October 2026.
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Lucas Evangelista is a solid ball-winning defensive midfielder, showcasing reliability in his role with a Sofascore rating in the top 26% of his peers. With 32 appearances this season, he contributes to both defensive stability and transitional play, complemented by his ability to chip in with goals and assists. However, his injury history raises concerns about durability, as he has missed significant time over the past three seasons.
Strengths: Sofascore rating. Availability: 42 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Lucas Evangelista
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 2 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 89 | 81 |
| 3 | Khalil Fayadsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 22 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 89 | 81 |
| 5 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 88 | 84 |
| 6 | Roman Kvetsimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €1.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 7 | Jochem Ritmeester van de Kampsimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 23 | €1.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Lewis Fergusonsimilar↗ | Bologna | 27 | €13m | 88 | 81 |
| 10 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 88 | 81 |
| 11 | Kuryu Matsukisimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €2.8m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lucas Evangelista
≈ 100% Lucas Evangelista · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Lucas Evangelista · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Lucas Evangelista · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Lucas Evangelista?
Statistically, Davy van den Berg (FC Utrecht) is the closest look-alike to Lucas Evangelista — a 83/100 profile match (89/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Lucas Evangelista?
By Doppel's fit score, Davy van den Berg (FC Utrecht) is the closest profile to Lucas Evangelista, with a 83/100 overall match. Filippo Ranocchia and Khalil Fayad are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Lucas Evangelista?
Yes. Roman Kvet (FCV Dender) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.2m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Lucas Evangelista?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Lucas Evangelista's 2025 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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