Players like Leonel Picco
CM/CDMClub Atlético Platense · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeonel Picco's profile ↗
Leonel Picco is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Club Atlético Platense in the Liga Profesional Argentina, with 17 appearances in 2026. Players similar to Picco include Novatus Miroshi from Göztepe, who has a fit score of 80/100, and Julian Niehues of 1. FC Kaiserslautern, with a fit score of 78/100. Other comparable players are Everson Junior from Montpellier and Makaya Ibrahima Diaby of Cercle Brugge, both demonstrating similar roles and statistical profiles.
About Leonel Picco
Leonel Picco is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and ball recovery, making him a vital shield for his defense. With a Sofascore rating in the top 40% of his peers, he showcases exceptional tackling and interception abilities, contributing significantly to his team's stability. While he may not offer much in terms of goal contributions or playmaking, his reliability and durability—missing only 8 games in the last three seasons—make him a dependable asset in the midfield.
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 Kaiserslautern | 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↗ | Stade de Reims | 30 | €16m | 88 | 79 |
| 7 | Luka Hyryläinensimilar↗ | SSV Ulm 1846 | 22 | €1.6m | 88 | 78 |
| 8 | Joel Silvasimilar↗ | Boavista | 23 | €400k | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Noah Mbambasimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 21 | €1.8m | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Tom Ducrocqsimilar↗ | Bastia | 27 | €800k | 87 | 78 |
| 11 | Christian Pierobonsimilar↗ | Juve Stabia | 24 | €600k | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 86 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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 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 (Boavista) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Leonel Picco?
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