Who should replace Jefferson Lerma?
CM/CDMCrystal Palace · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJefferson Lerma's profile ↗
Jefferson Lerma is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Crystal Palace in the Premier League. For those seeking the best replacement for Lerma, Jackson Irvine of FC St. Pauli offers a strong tactical fit with a score of 82/100, while Roberto Gagliardini from Monza also presents a solid option with a fit score of 80/100. Both players can effectively fulfil similar roles in midfield.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 93 | 82 |
| 2 | Anton Stachsimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 28 | €27m | 92 | 77 |
| 3 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Monza | 32 | €1.2m | 92 | 80 |
| 4 | Eric Garcíasimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 25 | €39m | 91 | 77 |
| 5 | Mikel Vesgasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 33 | €1.2m | 91 | 81 |
| 6 | Lucas Robertonesimilar↗ | Almería | 29 | €1.9m | 91 | 77 |
| 7 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 90 | 81 |
| 8 | Peer Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 26 | €13m | 90 | 78 |
| 9 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 10 | Bryan Cristantesimilar↗ | AS Roma | 31 | €7.7m | 89 | 78 |
| 11 | Ander Herrerasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 37 | €400k | 89 | 79 |
| 12 | Nicolás Capaldosimilar↗ | Hamburger SV | 28 | €8.4m | 89 | 77 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Jefferson Lerma
≈ 100% Jefferson Lerma · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Jefferson Lerma · strong: Clearances, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Tackles + interceptions /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Jefferson Lerma · strong: Touches, Aerial duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Touches /90, Aerial duels won /90, Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Jefferson Lerma?
By Doppel's tactical-fit score, Jackson Irvine (FC St. Pauli) does the closest job to Jefferson Lerma, at 93/100 on profile. Anton Stach and Roberto Gagliardini follow.
Is there a cheaper player who can replace Jefferson Lerma?
Yes — Jackson Irvine (FC St. Pauli) plays a similar central midfielder role at roughly €1.1m, a 82/100 match.
How does Doppel find replacements for Jefferson Lerma?
Doppel learns Jefferson Lerma's role profile from his 2025/26 season and ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they do the same job, adjusted for league strength.
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