Players like Leroy Fer
CM/CDM/CBAlanyaspor · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeroy Fer's profile ↗
The players most similar to Leroy Fer are Josh Laurent, Leonardo Lopes, Mats Pannewig. Doppel rates Josh Laurent (Burnley) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danijel Aleksić scores 86/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
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Leroy Fer is a physical, box-to-box midfielder known for his ability to influence the game through shooting and aerial prowess. Despite his Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 28% of his peers, Fer’s durability stands out, having missed no games in the last three seasons. His strengths in shots and expected contributions demonstrate his potential as a goal-scoring threat, though finishing remains a notable area for improvement.
Strengths: Shots, xG + xA, Aerial duels won %. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Leroy Fer
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Josh Laurentsimilar↗ | Burnley | 31 | €1.5m | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Leonardo Lopessimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 28 | €2.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 93 | 86 |
| 4 | Danijel Aleksićsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 35 | €200k | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | Oscar Fraulosimilar↗ | Derby County | 23 | €2.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 6 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 92 | 87 |
| 7 | Bruno Henriquesimilar↗ | Internacional | 37 | €300k | 91 | 85 |
| 8 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 91 | 87 |
| 10 | Abdoulaye Tourésimilar↗ | Le Havre | 32 | €2.4m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Jon Ander Olasagastisimilar↗ | Levante UD | 26 | €2.7m | 91 | 86 |
| 12 | Rachid Koudasimilar↗ | Mantova | 24 | €2.3m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Leroy Fer
≈ 100% Leroy Fer · strong: xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Leroy Fer · strong: Possession won in att. third, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Duels won /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Leroy Fer · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Leroy Fer?
Statistically, Josh Laurent (Burnley) is the closest look-alike to Leroy Fer — a 86/100 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 Leroy Fer?
By Doppel's fit score, Josh Laurent (Burnley) is the closest profile to Leroy Fer, with a 86/100 overall match. Leonardo Lopes and Mats Pannewig are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Leroy Fer?
Yes. Danijel Aleksić (Konyaspor) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Leroy Fer?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Leroy Fer'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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