Players like John Lundstram
CM/CDMHull City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJohn Lundstram's profile ↗
The players most similar to John Lundstram are Yann Bodiger, Stanko Jurić, Philipp Sander. Doppel rates Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) a 77/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yann Bodiger scores 77/100 at about €500k. Data as of August 2026.
About John Lundstram
John Lundstram is a versatile central midfielder known for his precise long-range passing and goal-scoring ability, making him a valuable asset in transitioning play and contributing offensively. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 33% of his positional peers, his strengths in accurate long balls and finishing highlight his quality on the pitch. While he may struggle in duels, his reliability with only 17 games missed over the last three seasons underscores his durability and consistency in the squad.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals. Availability: 17 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to John Lundstram
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yann Bodigersimilar↗ | AD Ceuta | 31 | €500k | 91 | 77 |
| 2 | Stanko Jurićsimilar↗ | Real Valladolid | 30 | €1.1m | 91 | 78 |
| 3 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 91 | 78 |
| 4 | Mauricio Benitezsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 22 | €2.3m | 90 | 78 |
| 5 | Giulio Maggioresimilar↗ | Salernitana | 28 | €500k | 89 | 78 |
| 6 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 88 | 78 |
| 7 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | Caen | 22 | €4.1m | 88 | 77 |
| 8 | Gustavo Assunçãosimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 26 | €800k | 88 | 79 |
| 9 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 88 | 79 |
| 10 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 88 | 77 |
| 11 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 25 | €1.6m | 87 | 77 |
| 12 | Iyad Mohamedsimilar↗ | Pau FC | 25 | €400k | 87 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match John Lundstram
≈ 100% John Lundstram · strong: Aerial duels won % · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% John Lundstram · strong: Aerial duels won, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% John Lundstram · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for John Lundstram?
By Doppel's fit score, Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) is the closest profile to John Lundstram, with a 77/100 overall match. Stanko Jurić and Philipp Sander are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to John Lundstram?
Yes. Yann Bodiger (AD Ceuta) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 77/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to John Lundstram?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from John Lundstram's 2025/26 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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