Players like Thomas Holmes
CBLuton Town · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitThomas Holmes's profile ↗
Thomas Holmes is a centre-back for Luton Town in the Championship, with 18 appearances in the 2024/25 season, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. Players similar to Holmes include Taha Altıkardeş from Göztepe, who has a fit score of 87/100, and Craig Forsyth from Derby County, with a fit score of 85/100. These players share a comparable role and statistical profile, making them suitable alternatives for teams seeking a defender with similar attributes.
About Thomas Holmes
Thomas Holmes is a dynamic ball-playing centre-back with a knack for winning possession in the attacking third, showcasing his ability to initiate plays from deep. His impressive aerial prowess and capability to contribute offensively, as reflected in his key passes and finishing metrics, highlight his all-around quality, placing him in the top 40% of his positional peers. With only 13 games missed over the last three seasons, Holmes is a reliable presence in defense, making him a valuable asset for Luton Town.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won %, Key passes. Availability: 13 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Thomas Holmes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taha Altıkardeşsimilar↗ | Göztepe | 23 | €4.1m | 95 | 87 |
| 2 | Kike Salassimilar↗ | Sevilla | 24 | €15m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 92 | 85 |
| 4 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 92 | 88 |
| 5 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 91 | 86 |
| 7 | Emin Bayramsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 23 | €3.9m | 91 | 88 |
| 8 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Rio Ave | 26 | €400k | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Jimmy Dunnesimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 29 | €4.8m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Daiki Hashiokasimilar↗ | Sint-Truidense VV | 27 | €1.5m | 91 | 84 |
| 11 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 90 | 85 |
| 12 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 90 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thomas Holmes
≈ 100% Thomas Holmes · strong: Accurate crosses, Possession won in att. third · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Possession won in att. third /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Thomas Holmes · strong: Shots, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Thomas Holmes · strong: Possession won in att. third, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Big chances created /90, Accurate crosses /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Thomas Holmes?
By Doppel's fit score, Taha Altıkardeş (Göztepe) is the closest profile to Thomas Holmes, with a 87/100 overall match. Kike Salas and Craig Forsyth are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thomas Holmes?
Yes. Craig Forsyth (Derby County) plays a similar centre back role and rates 85/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thomas Holmes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thomas Holmes's 2024/25 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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