Players like David Luiz
CBFortaleza · 2024 · ranked by tactical + market fitDavid Luiz's profile ↗
The players most similar to David Luiz are Luka Vušković, Odin Luras Bjørtuft, Chancel Mbemba. Doppel rates Luka Vušković (Brighton & Hove Albion) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rodrigo Guth scores 86/100 at about €1.3m. Data as of October 2026.
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David Luiz is a dynamic attacking centre-back whose aerial prowess and goal-scoring ability set him apart. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 41% of his peers, he excels in winning headers and finishing opportunities, contributing significantly in the final third. While his defensive metrics may not stand out, his reliability on the pitch is evident, having missed only 12 games over the past three seasons, making him a durable asset for Fortaleza.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG /90). Availability: 12 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to David Luiz
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luka Vuškovićsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 19 | €64m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Odin Luras Bjørtuftsimilar↗ | Bodø/Glimt | 28 | €4.1m | 92 | 87 |
| 3 | Chancel Mbembasimilar↗ | Lille | 32 | €1.8m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Rodrigo Guthsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 26 | €1.3m | 91 | 86 |
| 5 | Harry Darlingsimilar↗ | Norwich City | 27 | €4.4m | 91 | 86 |
| 6 | Pietro Ceccaronisimilar↗ | Palermo | 31 | €1.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 7 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Lewis Dunksimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €3.6m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 90 | 87 |
| 10 | Leandro Cabrerasimilar↗ | Espanyol | 35 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Daniel Tonolisimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.8m | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Jarell Quansahsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 23 | €48m | 89 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match David Luiz
≈ 100% David Luiz · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% David Luiz · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% David Luiz · strong: xG + xA, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to David Luiz?
Statistically, Luka Vušković (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest look-alike to David Luiz — a 84/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for David Luiz?
By Doppel's fit score, Luka Vušković (Brighton & Hove Albion) is the closest profile to David Luiz, with a 84/100 overall match. Odin Luras Bjørtuft and Chancel Mbemba are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to David Luiz?
Yes. Rodrigo Guth (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar centre back role and rates 86/100 at roughly €1.3m.
How does Doppel find players similar to David Luiz?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from David Luiz's 2024 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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