Players like Matt Crooks
CAM/CM/CDMHull City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitMatt Crooks's profile ↗
The players most similar to Matt Crooks are Dariusz Stalmach, Jan Schöppner, Josh Laurent. Doppel rates Dariusz Stalmach (SV Werder Bremen) a 84/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Daniel Requena scores 82/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Matt Crooks is a robust, defensively-minded central midfielder, excelling in aerial duels and contributing significantly to defensive actions. Despite his overall quality placing him in the bottom 45% of his peers, his durability is a standout trait, with no games missed in the last three seasons. While he may struggle with final-third accuracy, his ability to break up play and win headers makes him a valuable asset in midfield, providing a solid foundation for his team.
Strengths: Aerial duels won, Clearances, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Matt Crooks
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dariusz Stalmachsimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 21 | €1.6m | 94 | 84 |
| 2 | Jan Schöppnersimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 27 | €3.2m | 94 | 81 |
| 3 | Josh Laurentsimilar↗ | Burnley | 31 | €1.5m | 93 | 80 |
| 4 | Mats Pannewigsimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 22 | €2.9m | 92 | 80 |
| 5 | Julian Niehuessimilar↗ | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | €1.6m | 92 | 80 |
| 6 | Daniel Requenasimilar↗ | Levante UD | 22 | €1.0m | 91 | 82 |
| 7 | Pedro Limasimilar↗ | AVS - Futebol SAD | 23 | €3.2m | 90 | 80 |
| 8 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Frederik Schmahlsimilar↗ | SV 07 Elversberg | 24 | €800k | 90 | 82 |
| 10 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 89 | 87 |
| 11 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 89 | 82 |
| 12 | Kristian Thorstvedtsimilar↗ | Sassuolo | 27 | €12m | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Matt Crooks
≈ 100% Matt Crooks · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Big chances created /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Matt Crooks · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
≈ 100% Matt Crooks · strong: Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Matt Crooks?
Statistically, Dariusz Stalmach (SV Werder Bremen) is the closest look-alike to Matt Crooks — a 84/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Matt Crooks?
By Doppel's fit score, Dariusz Stalmach (SV Werder Bremen) is the closest profile to Matt Crooks, with a 84/100 overall match. Jan Schöppner and Josh Laurent are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Matt Crooks?
Yes. Daniel Requena (Levante UD) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 82/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Matt Crooks?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Matt Crooks's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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