Players like Thierry Small
LM/RWPreston North End · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitThierry Small's profile ↗
The players most similar to Thierry Small are Tom Alexander Rothe, Shunsuke Mito, Gyan de Regt. Doppel rates Tom Alexander Rothe (1. FC Union Berlin) a 76/100 overall match — 88/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Gyan de Regt scores 78/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Thierry Small is a diligent, defensive-minded winger, excelling in clearing threats and winning possession in the attacking third. With a Sofascore rating in the bottom 17% of his peers, he showcases notable strengths in clearances and accurate crosses, contributing effectively to his team's defensive efforts. His durability is a significant asset, having missed no games in the past three seasons, highlighting his reliability on the pitch. While his offensive output could improve, his work rate and defensive contributions make him a valuable asset.
Strengths: Clearances, Possession won in att. third, Accurate crosses. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
8 players most similar to Thierry Small
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tom Alexander Rothesimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 22 | €10m | 88 | 76 |
| 2 | Shunsuke Mitosimilar↗ | Sparta Rotterdam | 24 | €2.1m | 81 | 77 |
| 3 | Gyan de Regtsimilar↗ | Excelsior | 23 | €900k | 80 | 78 |
| 4 | Keito Nakamurasimilar↗ | Stade de Reims | 26 | €11m | 80 | 77 |
| 5 | Edan Diopsimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 22 | €2.8m | 80 | 78 |
| 6 | Sorrisosimilar↗ | Famalicão | 25 | €4.8m | 79 | 76 |
| 7 | Martial Godosimilar↗ | RC Strasbourg | 23 | €23m | 78 | 76 |
| 8 | Ivan Perišićsimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 37 | €1.2m | 78 | 76 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Thierry Small
≈ 100% Thierry Small · strong: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Thierry Small · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Thierry Small · strong: Accurate crosses, Big chances created · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Thierry Small?
Statistically, Tom Alexander Rothe (1. FC Union Berlin) is the closest look-alike to Thierry Small — a 76/100 profile match (88/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Thierry Small?
By Doppel's fit score, Tom Alexander Rothe (1. FC Union Berlin) is the closest profile to Thierry Small, with a 76/100 overall match. Shunsuke Mito and Gyan de Regt are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Thierry Small?
Yes. Gyan de Regt (Excelsior) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 78/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Thierry Small?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Thierry Small's 2025/26 season, then ranks left midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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