Players like Igor Lichnovsky
CBFatih Karagümrük · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIgor Lichnovsky's profile ↗
The players most similar to Igor Lichnovsky are Matthew Pollock, Gabriele Guarino, Lloyd Jones. Doppel rates Matthew Pollock (Watford) a 80/100 overall match — 87/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Craig Forsyth scores 80/100 at about €100k. Data as of October 2026.
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Igor Lichnovsky is a ball-playing centre-back with a knack for contributing offensively, evident in his impressive ability to create big chances and provide assists. With a Sofascore rating in the top 25% of his positional peers, he stands out for his aerial prowess and defensive clearances, making him a reliable presence in the backline. However, his injury history raises concerns about durability, having missed a significant number of games recently.
Strengths: Big chances created, Aerial duels won %, Clearances. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Igor Lichnovsky
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 87 | 80 |
| 2 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 86 | 84 |
| 3 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 86 | 81 |
| 4 | Aiham Ousousimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 26 | €2.8m | 85 | 81 |
| 5 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 84 | 81 |
| 6 | Charlie Cresswellsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €24m | 84 | 82 |
| 7 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 84 | 81 |
| 8 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 84 | 80 |
| 9 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 84 | 82 |
| 10 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 84 | 80 |
| 11 | Dies Jansesimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 20 | €6.2m | 84 | 81 |
| 12 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 83 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Igor Lichnovsky
≈ 100% Igor Lichnovsky · strong: Aerial duels won, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Sofascore rating, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Igor Lichnovsky · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Igor Lichnovsky · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Igor Lichnovsky?
Statistically, Matthew Pollock (Watford) is the closest look-alike to Igor Lichnovsky — a 80/100 profile match (87/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Igor Lichnovsky?
By Doppel's fit score, Matthew Pollock (Watford) is the closest profile to Igor Lichnovsky, with a 80/100 overall match. Gabriele Guarino and Lloyd Jones are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Igor Lichnovsky?
Yes. Craig Forsyth (Derby County) plays a similar centre back role and rates 80/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Igor Lichnovsky?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Igor Lichnovsky'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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