Players like Borja Sánchez
LM/LWReal Oviedo · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitBorja Sánchez's profile ↗
The players most similar to Borja Sánchez are Álvaro Barreal, Michel Ange Balikwisha, Jakub Kamiński. Doppel rates Álvaro Barreal (Santos) a 82/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Mohamed Nassoh scores 81/100 at about €700k. Data as of October 2026.
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Borja Sánchez is a dynamic left winger known for his ability to deliver precise long balls and accurate crosses, making him a valuable playmaker on the flank. While his overall quality ranks in the bottom 30% among his peers, he showcases notable strengths with non-penalty goals and defensive contributions, exhibiting a well-rounded skill set. Remarkably durable, he has missed no games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability on the pitch.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Non-penalty goals, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Borja Sánchez
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Álvaro Barrealsimilar↗ | Santos | 26 | €7.7m | 92 | 82 |
| 2 | Michel Ange Balikwishasimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 25 | €3.3m | 92 | 81 |
| 3 | Jakub Kamińskisimilar↗ | 1. FC Köln | 24 | €15m | 91 | 83 |
| 4 | Mohamed Nassohsimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Félix Correiasimilar↗ | Lille | 25 | €9.7m | 90 | 85 |
| 6 | Kevin Paredessimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 23 | €1.9m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Alejandro Grimaldosimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 31 | €19m | 88 | 80 |
| 8 | Diego Lópezsimilar↗ | Valencia | 24 | €9.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 9 | Williot Swedbergsimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 22 | €19m | 87 | 80 |
| 10 | Afonso Moreirasimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 21 | €18m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Álvaro Garcíasimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 34 | €1.5m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Sofiane Diopsimilar↗ | Nice | 26 | €14m | 87 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Borja Sánchez
≈ 100% Borja Sánchez · strong: Accurate long balls, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Borja Sánchez · strong: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Borja Sánchez · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate final-third passes /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Borja Sánchez?
Statistically, Álvaro Barreal (Santos) is the closest look-alike to Borja Sánchez — a 82/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Borja Sánchez?
By Doppel's fit score, Álvaro Barreal (Santos) is the closest profile to Borja Sánchez, with a 82/100 overall match. Michel Ange Balikwisha and Jakub Kamiński are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Borja Sánchez?
Yes. Mohamed Nassoh (NAC Breda) plays a similar left midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €700k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Borja Sánchez?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Borja Sánchez's 2024/25 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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