Granit Xhaka alternatives
CM/CDMSunderland · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGranit Xhaka's profile ↗
Granit Xhaka is a central midfielder/defensive midfielder for Sunderland in the Premier League, with 34 appearances and 1 goal in the 2025/26 season. For those seeking a cheaper alternative to Xhaka, players like Pepelu from Valencia, valued at €7m with a fit score of 84/100, and James Ward-Prowse from Burnley, valued at €4m with a fit score of 83/100, offer similar roles at lower market values.
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| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 2 | James Ward-Prowsesimilar↗ | Burnley | 32 | €4.5m | 88 | 83 |
| 3 | Samusimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 30 | €2.4m | 84 | 82 |
| 4 | Pascal Großsimilar↗ | Brighton & Hove Albion | 35 | €2.3m | 84 | 82 |
| 5 | Vincent Sierrosimilar↗ | Parma | 31 | €3.2m | 88 | 82 |
| 6 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 85 | 81 |
| 7 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 32 | €900k | 91 | 81 |
| 8 | Kevin Sessasimilar↗ | Hertha BSC | 26 | €800k | 82 | 81 |
| 9 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 90 | 81 |
| 10 | Edu Expósitosimilar↗ | Espanyol | 30 | €4.5m | 85 | 81 |
| 11 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 85 | 81 |
| 12 | Doğucan Haspolatsimilar↗ | KVC Westerlo | 26 | €5.2m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Granit Xhaka
≈ 100% Granit Xhaka · strong: Accurate long balls, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Granit Xhaka · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Granit Xhaka · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Granit Xhaka?
Kevin Sessa (Hertha BSC) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €800k with a 81/100 match to Granit Xhaka.
Who is the best-value alternative to Granit Xhaka?
Pepelu offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €7.3m.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Granit Xhaka?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (central midfielder) by how closely they match Granit Xhaka's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
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