Players like Sean Longstaff
CMLeeds United · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSean Longstaff's profile ↗
The players most similar to Sean Longstaff are Neil El Aynaoui, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Casemiro. Doppel rates Neil El Aynaoui (RB Leipzig) a 84/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rémi Oudin scores 83/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Sean Longstaff is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder, showcasing his scoring ability with impressive non-penalty goals and contributions in expected goals and assists. With a Sofascore rating in the top 47% of his positional peers, he stands out for his knack for winning possession in the attacking third and consistently taking shots. His durability is an asset, having missed only 13 games over the last three seasons, further solidifying his role as a reliable engine in midfield.
Strengths: Non-penalty goals, xG + xA, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Sean Longstaff
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 92 | 84 |
| 2 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 30 | €900k | 91 | 83 |
| 6 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 91 | 81 |
| 7 | Matúš Berosimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Enzo Le Féesimilar↗ | Sunderland | 26 | €26m | 90 | 83 |
| 9 | Jae-sung Leesimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Adrien Thomassonsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 33 | €4.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Sean Longstaff
≈ 100% Sean Longstaff · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Sean Longstaff · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Sean Longstaff · strong: Non-penalty goals, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Sean Longstaff?
Statistically, Neil El Aynaoui (RB Leipzig) is the closest look-alike to Sean Longstaff — a 84/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Sean Longstaff?
By Doppel's fit score, Neil El Aynaoui (RB Leipzig) is the closest profile to Sean Longstaff, with a 84/100 overall match. Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Casemiro are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sean Longstaff?
Yes. Rémi Oudin (Catanzaro) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 83/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Sean Longstaff?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Sean Longstaff'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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