Players like Ismet Lushaku
CM/CDMVästerås SK · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsmet Lushaku's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ismet Lushaku are George Thomason, Simone Pontisso, Ruben Jenssen. Doppel rates George Thomason (Wrexham) a 81/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Ruben Jenssen scores 82/100 at about €100k. Data as of September 2026.
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Ismet Lushaku is a commanding defensive midfielder known for his aerial prowess, excelling in aerial duels with a top 5% ranking among his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 26%, he showcases solid overall quality and reliability, having missed only 16 games over the last three seasons. While his metrics in tackles and interceptions could improve, his ability to dominate the air makes him a valuable asset in breaking up play and providing stability in the midfield.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ismet Lushaku
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | George Thomasonsimilar↗ | Wrexham | 24 | €2.4m | 92 | 81 |
| 2 | Simone Pontissosimilar↗ | Catanzaro | 29 | €1.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 3 | Ruben Jenssensimilar↗ | Tromsø IL | 38 | €100k | 89 | 82 |
| 4 | Matias Siltanensimilar↗ | Djurgårdens IF | 19 | €10m | 89 | 79 |
| 5 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 87 | 81 |
| 6 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 87 | 81 |
| 7 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 87 | 81 |
| 8 | Jakub Kałuzińskisimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 24 | €2.3m | 87 | 79 |
| 9 | Julian Baassimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €800k | 86 | 78 |
| 10 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 86 | 81 |
| 11 | Enzo Leopoldsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 26 | €4.2m | 85 | 79 |
| 12 | Clint Leemanssimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 31 | €400k | 85 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ismet Lushaku
≈ 100% Ismet Lushaku · strong: Big chances created, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Ismet Lushaku · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Ismet Lushaku · strong: Big chances created, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ismet Lushaku?
By Doppel's fit score, George Thomason (Wrexham) is the closest profile to Ismet Lushaku, with a 81/100 overall match. Simone Pontisso and Ruben Jenssen are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ismet Lushaku?
Yes. Ruben Jenssen (Tromsø IL) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ismet Lushaku?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ismet Lushaku's 2026 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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