Players like Franco Petroli
GKCA Lanús · 2025 · ranked by tactical + market fitFranco Petroli's profile ↗
The players most similar to Franco Petroli are Timo Horn, Warleson, Filip Stanković. Doppel rates Timo Horn (VfL Bochum 1848) a 86/100 overall match — 97/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Timo Jansink scores 85/100 at about €200k. Data as of October 2026.
Building your XI? Put Franco Petroli in a lineup and get the whole team rated on real data.Build a lineup →About Franco Petroli
Franco Petroli is a modern ball-playing goalkeeper, excelling in distribution and playmaking from the back. With a Sofascore rating in the top 11% among his peers, he showcases impressive accuracy in long balls and final-third passes, making him a pivotal figure in transitioning play. His durability is a standout trait, having missed no games in three seasons, further solidifying his reliability in goal. While he may not shine in aerial duels, his strengths in distribution elevate his overall impact on the pitch.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate long balls, Accurate final-third passes. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Franco Petroli
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Timo Hornsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 33 | €600k | 97 | 86 |
| 2 | Warlesonsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 30 | €2.2m | 95 | 89 |
| 3 | Filip Stankovićsimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.8m | 93 | 87 |
| 4 | Iñaki Peñasimilar↗ | Elche | 27 | €3.6m | 93 | 86 |
| 5 | Thomas Kaminskisimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 34 | €1.0m | 92 | 86 |
| 6 | Joël Drommelsimilar↗ | FC Twente | 30 | €3.7m | 92 | 85 |
| 7 | Fabian De Keijzersimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 26 | €400k | 91 | 91 |
| 8 | Timo Jansinksimilar↗ | Heracles Almelo | 23 | €200k | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Lorenzo Montipòsimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 30 | €1.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Maarten Vandevoordtsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 24 | €16m | 90 | 85 |
| 11 | Brent Gabrielsimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 27 | €900k | 90 | 88 |
| 12 | Stijn van Gasselsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 30 | €1.0m | 90 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Franco Petroli
≈ 100% Franco Petroli · strong: Sofascore rating, Goals prevented · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Goals prevented /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Franco Petroli · strong: Accurate final-third passes, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, xG + xA /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Franco Petroli · strong: Sofascore rating, Save % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Save %, Clean sheet %
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Franco Petroli?
Statistically, Timo Horn (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest look-alike to Franco Petroli — a 86/100 profile match (97/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Franco Petroli?
By Doppel's fit score, Timo Horn (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest profile to Franco Petroli, with a 86/100 overall match. Warleson and Filip Stanković are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Franco Petroli?
Yes. Timo Jansink (Heracles Almelo) plays a similar goalkeeper role and rates 85/100 at roughly €200k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Franco Petroli?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Franco Petroli's 2025 season, then ranks goalkeepers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
Want the full, budget-aware shortlist with heatmaps and your own filters?
Run your own search on Doppel →