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 (RC Lens) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Rémi Oudin scores 83/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Sean Longstaff is a dynamic box-to-box midfielder, excelling in both goal-scoring and creating opportunities. With a Sofascore rating in the top 47% of his positional peers, he stands out for his impressive non-penalty goals and contributions in the attacking third, showcasing his ability to influence matches. His durability is a plus, having missed only 13 games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable asset in any squad.
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↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Hakan Çalhanoğlusimilar↗ | Inter | 32 | €17m | 92 | 84 |
| 3 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | West Ham United | 32 | €4.5m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Rémi Oudinsimilar↗ | Lecce | 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↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €4.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 88 | 83 |
* 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 best replacement for Sean Longstaff?
By Doppel's fit score, Neil El Aynaoui (RC Lens) is the closest profile to Sean Longstaff, with a 83/100 overall match. Hakan Çalhanoğlu and Casemiro are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Sean Longstaff?
Yes. Rémi Oudin (Lecce) 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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