Players like Borja Sánchez
LM/LWBurgos Club de Fútbol · 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 July 2026.
About Borja Sánchez
Borja Sánchez is a dynamic left midfielder known for his ability to deliver precise long balls and impactful tackles, making him a valuable asset in both attacking and defensive phases. Despite a Sofascore rating placing him in the bottom 25% of his positional peers, his durability shines through with no missed games in three seasons. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his accuracy in crosses and non-penalty goals showcases his potential to contribute significantly to his team’s offensive play.
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 · data: Sofascore, 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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