Players like Leonel Picco
CM/CDMClub Atlético Platense · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeonel Picco's profile ↗
The players most similar to Leonel Picco are Novatus Miroshi, Julian Niehues, Everson Junior. Doppel rates Novatus Miroshi (Göztepe) a 80/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Joel Silva scores 78/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Leonel Picco is a robust defensive midfielder known for his fierce tackling and aerial prowess, dominating duels with a top 3% ranking in aerial duels won. With a Sofascore rating in the top 45% of his peers, he consistently adds value to his team through relentless pressing and effective interceptions. While he may not contribute offensively, his reliability and durability—missing only 8 games in three seasons—make him a cornerstone in the midfield for Club Atlético Platense.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Tackles + interceptions, Aerial duels won. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Leonel Picco
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Novatus Miroshisimilar↗ | Göztepe | 24 | €4.6m | 90 | 80 |
| 2 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Everson Juniorsimilar↗ | Montpellier | 23 | €1.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 4 | Makaya Ibrahima Diabysimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 19 | €1.5m | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Moussa Diakitésimilar↗ | Cádiz | 23 | €1.1m | 89 | 79 |
| 6 | Marshall Munetsisimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 30 | €16m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 22 | €1.6m | 88 | 78 |
| 8 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | CD Nacional | 23 | €400k | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | Lorient | 21 | €1.8m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
| 11 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 86 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Leonel Picco
≈ 100% Leonel Picco · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Leonel Picco · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Leonel Picco · medium reliability
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Leonel Picco?
Statistically, Novatus Miroshi (Göztepe) is the closest look-alike to Leonel Picco — a 80/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Leonel Picco?
By Doppel's fit score, Novatus Miroshi (Göztepe) is the closest profile to Leonel Picco, with a 80/100 overall match. Julian Niehues and Everson Junior are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Leonel Picco?
Yes. Joel Silva (CD Nacional) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Leonel Picco?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Leonel Picco's 2026 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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