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 September 2026.
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Borja Sánchez is a versatile left midfielder with a knack for delivering pinpoint long balls and contributing defensively, making him a reliable two-way player. His impressive durability, missing no games in three seasons, highlights his reliability on the pitch. While his overall performance ranks in the lower tier among his peers, his ability to score non-penalty goals and create chances through accurate crosses showcases his potential impact in attacking transitions.
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↗ | Gil Vicente | 25 | €9.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 6 | Alejandro Grimaldosimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 31 | €19m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Diego Lópezsimilar↗ | Valencia | 24 | €9.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 8 | Williot Swedbergsimilar↗ | Celta Vigo | 22 | €19m | 87 | 80 |
| 9 | Afonso Moreirasimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 21 | €18m | 87 | 81 |
| 10 | Álvaro Garcíasimilar↗ | Rayo Vallecano | 34 | €1.5m | 87 | 81 |
| 11 | Sofiane Diopsimilar↗ | Nice | 26 | €14m | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Alex Baenasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 25 | €43m | 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 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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