Players like Leonardo Lopes
CM/CDMKAA Gent · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLeonardo Lopes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Leonardo Lopes are Jesús Álvarez, Peru Nolaskoain, Jean Hugonet. Doppel rates Jesús Álvarez (Huesca) a 80/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Nicolas Schiavi scores 78/100 at about €400k. Data as of October 2026.
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Leonardo Lopes is a robust defensive midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and ball recovery, making him a key disruptor in the center of the pitch. With a Sofascore rating in the top 38% of his peers, he showcases impressive reliability, winning duels and regaining possession effectively. While his finishing may not be his forte, his overall durability—missing just 10 games over the past three seasons—cements his status as a dependable presence for KAA Gent.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Possession won in att. third, Duels won. Availability: 10 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Leonardo Lopes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jesús Álvarezsimilar↗ | Huesca | 27 | €900k | 93 | 80 |
| 2 | Peru Nolaskoainsimilar↗ | Eibar | 28 | €800k | 93 | 79 |
| 3 | Jean Hugonetsimilar↗ | 1. FC Magdeburg | 27 | €1.2m | 92 | 79 |
| 4 | Stefan Džodićsimilar↗ | Almería | 21 | €2.3m | 92 | 79 |
| 5 | Santiago Castañedasimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €5.2m | 91 | 79 |
| 6 | Nicolas Schiavisimilar↗ | Carrarese | 31 | €400k | 91 | 78 |
| 7 | Nathan Rodessimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 29 | €700k | 91 | 78 |
| 8 | Titouan Thomassimilar↗ | Stade Lavallois | 24 | €700k | 91 | 79 |
| 9 | Kevin Höög Janssonsimilar↗ | CF Estrela Amadora | 26 | €400k | 91 | 79 |
| 10 | Alberto del Moralsimilar↗ | Córdoba | 26 | €700k | 90 | 78 |
| 11 | Thiago Ojedasimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 23 | €600k | 90 | 80 |
| 12 | Noe Lebretonsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €4.1m | 90 | 78 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Leonardo Lopes
≈ 100% Leonardo Lopes · strong: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Leonardo Lopes · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Leonardo Lopes · strong: Clearances, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Accurate long balls /90, Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Leonardo Lopes?
Statistically, Jesús Álvarez (Huesca) is the closest look-alike to Leonardo Lopes — a 80/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Leonardo Lopes?
By Doppel's fit score, Jesús Álvarez (Huesca) is the closest profile to Leonardo Lopes, with a 80/100 overall match. Peru Nolaskoain and Jean Hugonet are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Leonardo Lopes?
Yes. Nicolas Schiavi (Carrarese) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €400k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Leonardo Lopes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Leonardo Lopes'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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