Players like Léo Duarte
CB/RBBaşakşehir FK · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLéo Duarte's profile ↗
Léo Duarte is a centre-back/right-back for Başakşehir FK in the Turkish Super Lig, with 26 appearances in the 2025/26 season. Players similar to Léo Duarte include Álex Pastor from Málaga CF, who has a fit score of 81/100, and Gael Alonso from FC Andorra, with a fit score of 82/100. Other comparable players are Nikolai Soyset Hopland from SC Heerenveen and Matthew Pollock from Watford, both with fit scores of 80/100.
About Léo Duarte
Léo Duarte is a robust ball-playing centre-back, excelling in aerial duels and overall defensive contributions, reflected in his top 10% Sofascore rating among peers. With a solid track record of winning duels and showcasing successful dribbles, he’s a reliable presence at the back, though his injury history raises concerns about durability. Despite missing significant time in previous seasons, when fit, Duarte is a vital asset for Başakşehir FK, bringing quality and composure to the defensive line.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won, Duels won. Availability: 25 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Léo Duarte
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Álex Pastorsimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 27 | €300k | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Gael Alonsosimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €1.0m | 93 | 82 |
| 3 | Nikolai Soyset Hoplandsimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 22 | €1.6m | 89 | 80 |
| 4 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | FC Groningen | 20 | €6.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 87 | 82 |
| 7 | Syb Van Ottelesimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €600k | 87 | 80 |
| 8 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 86 | 83 |
| 9 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 86 | 81 |
| 10 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 86 | 80 |
| 11 | George Campbellsimilar↗ | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | €1.8m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Léo Duarte
≈ 100% Léo Duarte · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Léo Duarte · strong: Sofascore rating, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Léo Duarte · strong: Accurate long balls, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Clearances /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Léo Duarte?
By Doppel's fit score, Álex Pastor (Málaga CF) is the closest profile to Léo Duarte, with a 81/100 overall match. Gael Alonso and Nikolai Soyset Hopland are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Léo Duarte?
Yes. Álex Pastor (Málaga CF) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Léo Duarte?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Léo Duarte's 2025/26 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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