Players like Arnaud Lusamba
CM/CDM/CAMPendikspor · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitArnaud Lusamba's profile ↗
The players most similar to Arnaud Lusamba are Marino Illescas, Habib Keita, Dani Lorenzo. Doppel rates Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Marino Illescas scores 82/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Arnaud Lusamba is a dynamic central midfielder known for his strong ball progression and dribbling ability, ranking in the top 14% for successful dribbles among his peers. With a solid Sofascore rating placing him in the top 39% of his position, he showcases reliability on the pitch, missing only eight games over the last three seasons. While he may not contribute significantly to goal-scoring, his ability to drive play and create chances makes him a valuable asset in the midfield.
Strengths: Successful dribbles. Availability: 8 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Arnaud Lusamba
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marino Illescassimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 25 | €300k | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Habib Keitasimilar↗ | No team | 24 | €2.3m | 92 | 79 |
| 3 | Dani Lorenzosimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 23 | €1.4m | 91 | 80 |
| 4 | Marc Domenechsimilar↗ | FC Andorra | 24 | €700k | 91 | 80 |
| 5 | Rayan Lutinsimilar↗ | Amiens SC | 23 | €800k | 89 | 80 |
| 6 | Irakli Yegoiansimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €1.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Mathias De Amorimsimilar↗ | Famalicão | 22 | €9.7m | 88 | 79 |
| 8 | Jun-Ho Baesimilar↗ | Stoke City | 23 | €3.9m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Félix Lemaréchalsimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €6.5m | 87 | 79 |
| 10 | Dani Rodríguezsimilar↗ | Leganés | 38 | €100k | 87 | 79 |
| 11 | Davy van den Bergsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €1.3m | 86 | 79 |
| 12 | Todd Cantwellsimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 28 | €2.7m | 86 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Arnaud Lusamba
≈ 100% Arnaud Lusamba · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Arnaud Lusamba · strong: Successful dribbles · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Arnaud Lusamba · strong: Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Arnaud Lusamba?
Statistically, Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) is the closest look-alike to Arnaud Lusamba — a 82/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Arnaud Lusamba?
By Doppel's fit score, Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) is the closest profile to Arnaud Lusamba, with a 82/100 overall match. Habib Keita and Dani Lorenzo are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Arnaud Lusamba?
Yes. Marino Illescas (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Arnaud Lusamba?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Arnaud Lusamba's 2023/24 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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