Players like Theo Leoni
CM/CDMStade de Reims · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitTheo Leoni's profile ↗
The players most similar to Theo Leoni are Max Bird, Kartal Kayra Yılmaz, Jakub Kałuziński. Doppel rates Max Bird (Bristol City) a 87/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Jakub Kałuziński scores 82/100 at about €2.3m. Data as of October 2026.
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Theo Leoni is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder whose game is defined by his ability to win possession in advanced areas and contribute both defensively and offensively. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 12% of his positional peers, he excels in tackles, interceptions, and finishing, making him a well-rounded asset for Stade de Reims. His durability is impressive, having missed just three games in the last three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Theo Leoni
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 94 | 87 |
| 2 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Beşiktaş JK | 26 | €2.4m | 94 | 85 |
| 3 | Jakub Kałuzińskisimilar↗ | Başakşehir FK | 24 | €2.3m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 92 | 84 |
| 5 | Enzo Leopoldsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 26 | €4.2m | 91 | 82 |
| 6 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 7 | Serginhosimilar↗ | Santa Clara | 27 | €2.8m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Ruben Jenssensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 38 | €100k | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 28 | €800k | 89 | 85 |
| 12 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Theo Leoni
≈ 100% Theo Leoni · strong: Sofascore rating, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Key passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Theo Leoni · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Theo Leoni · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Theo Leoni?
Statistically, Max Bird (Bristol City) is the closest look-alike to Theo Leoni — a 87/100 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 Theo Leoni?
By Doppel's fit score, Max Bird (Bristol City) is the closest profile to Theo Leoni, with a 87/100 overall match. Kartal Kayra Yılmaz and Jakub Kałuziński are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Theo Leoni?
Yes. Jakub Kałuziński (Başakşehir FK) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €2.3m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Theo Leoni?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Theo Leoni'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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