Players like Tom Lees
CB/RBHuddersfield Town · 2023/24 · ranked by tactical + market fitTom Lees's profile ↗
Tom Lees is a centre-back/right-back for Huddersfield Town in the Championship, with 31 appearances and 2 assists in the 2023/24 season. Players similar to Lees include Ilario Monterisi from Frosinone, who has a fit score of 81/100, and Lloyd Jones from Charlton Athletic, also with a fit score of 81/100. Additionally, Maximilian Großer from Arminia Bielefeld has a fit score of 85/100, offering a comparable role and statistical profile.
About Tom Lees
Tom Lees is a robust, aerially dominant centre-back known for his exceptional heading ability, ranking in the top 9% for aerial duels won per 90 minutes. His experience and reliability shine through with a solid Sofascore rating in the top 43% of his positional peers, showcasing his quality in defense. While not the most creative on the ball, his durability is a key asset, having missed only 15 games over the last three seasons, making him a dependable presence in the backline.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 15 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Tom Lees
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ilario Monterisisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €2.7m | 94 | 81 |
| 2 | Lloyd Jonessimilar↗ | Charlton Athletic | 31 | €1.1m | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Maximilian Großersimilar↗ | Arminia Bielefeld | 25 | €700k | 91 | 85 |
| 4 | Casper Widellsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €1.5m | 90 | 84 |
| 5 | Mark McGuinnesssimilar↗ | Luton Town | 25 | €6.7m | 90 | 81 |
| 6 | Gustavo Gómezsimilar↗ | Palmeiras | 33 | €3.3m | 90 | 82 |
| 7 | Matthew Pollocksimilar↗ | Watford | 25 | €2.2m | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Adil Demirbağsimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 29 | €3.3m | 89 | 80 |
| 9 | Gabriele Calvanisimilar↗ | Frosinone | 22 | €3.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Gabriele Guarinosimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €3.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 11 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 89 | 81 |
| 12 | Filippo Delli Carrisimilar↗ | Monza | 27 | €1.4m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Tom Lees
≈ 100% Tom Lees · low reliability
≈ 100% Tom Lees · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Tom Lees · strong: Aerial duels won, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Shots /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Tom Lees?
By Doppel's fit score, Ilario Monterisi (Frosinone) is the closest profile to Tom Lees, with a 81/100 overall match. Lloyd Jones and Maximilian Großer are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Tom Lees?
Yes. Maximilian Großer (Arminia Bielefeld) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Tom Lees?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Tom Lees's 2023/24 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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