Players like Lewis Baker
CM/CDM/CAMStoke City · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitLewis Baker's profile ↗
The players most similar to Lewis Baker are Rafael Lubach, Jeppe Erenbjerg, John Swift. Doppel rates Rafael Lubach (1. FC Nürnberg) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, John Swift scores 84/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Lewis Baker is a dynamic central midfielder known for his goal-scoring prowess and precise crossing ability. With a top 45% Sofascore rating among peers, he excels in finishing, contributing significantly with 7 goals this season, highlighting his knack for finding the net. While he may not dominate defensively, his reliable presence on the pitch—missing only 16 games in three seasons—makes him a valuable asset for Stoke City.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate crosses, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 16 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Lewis Baker
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rafael Lubachsimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 21 | €3.3m | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Jeppe Erenbjergsimilar↗ | SV Zulte Waregem | 26 | €4.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 31 | €800k | 90 | 84 |
| 4 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Alfie Devinesimilar↗ | Preston North End | 22 | €8.2m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Sammie Szmodicssimilar↗ | Derby County | 31 | €3.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 7 | Christopher Scottsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 24 | €2.1m | 90 | 83 |
| 8 | Mathis Suraysimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €3.2m | 89 | 86 |
| 9 | Sem Steijnsimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €12m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Robin van Cruijsensimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 20 | €1.1m | 89 | 83 |
| 11 | Naatan Skyttäsimilar↗ | 1. FC Kaiserslautern | 24 | €5.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 12 | Jakob Breumsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €5.5m | 89 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Lewis Baker
≈ 100% Lewis Baker · strong: Non-penalty goals · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Lewis Baker · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
≈ 100% Lewis Baker · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate final-third passes /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Lewis Baker?
Statistically, Rafael Lubach (1. FC Nürnberg) is the closest look-alike to Lewis Baker — a 83/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Lewis Baker?
By Doppel's fit score, Rafael Lubach (1. FC Nürnberg) is the closest profile to Lewis Baker, with a 83/100 overall match. Jeppe Erenbjerg and John Swift are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Lewis Baker?
Yes. John Swift (Portsmouth) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Lewis Baker?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Lewis Baker'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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