Players like Xavi Sintes
CB/CMCórdoba · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitXavi Sintes's profile ↗
The players most similar to Xavi Sintes are Brayan Medina, Rio Hillen, Louis Breunig. Doppel rates Brayan Medina (Tondela) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Josue Escartin scores 81/100 at about €300k. Data as of September 2026.
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Xavi Sintes is a robust, defensive-minded centre-back who excels in aerial duels and clearances, showcasing his ability to dominate in the air and disrupt opposing attacks. Despite his low offensive contributions, his durability is a standout trait, having missed no games in the last three seasons. While he may not be the most creative from the back, his reliability in defensive situations makes him a solid presence in any backline.
Strengths: Clearances, Aerial duels won %, Accurate long balls. Availability: no injuries recorded in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Xavi Sintes
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brayan Medinasimilar↗ | Tondela | 24 | €2.7m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Rio Hillensimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 23 | €700k | 93 | 81 |
| 3 | Louis Breunigsimilar↗ | SSV Jahn Regensburg | 23 | €1.0m | 92 | 82 |
| 4 | Kazunari Kitasimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €1.8m | 92 | 81 |
| 5 | Danilho Doekhisimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 28 | €14m | 92 | 81 |
| 6 | Emmanuel Kakousimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 21 | €2.2m | 92 | 80 |
| 7 | Antoine Mendysimilar↗ | Nice | 22 | €9.7m | 92 | 79 |
| 8 | Josue Escartinsimilar↗ | Red Star FC | 23 | €300k | 91 | 81 |
| 9 | Kacper Potulskisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 19 | €17m | 90 | 80 |
| 10 | Siad Gourvillesimilar↗ | US Boulogne Côte-d'Opale | 26 | €800k | 90 | 80 |
| 11 | Justin Hubnersimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €1.0m | 90 | 82 |
| 12 | Rodri Suárezsimilar↗ | Cultural Leonesa | 24 | €500k | 90 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Xavi Sintes
≈ 100% Xavi Sintes · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Xavi Sintes · strong: Clearances, Aerial duels won · medium reliability
Strengths: Clearances /90, Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Xavi Sintes · strong: Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Xavi Sintes?
By Doppel's fit score, Brayan Medina (Tondela) is the closest profile to Xavi Sintes, with a 81/100 overall match. Rio Hillen and Louis Breunig are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Xavi Sintes?
Yes. Josue Escartin (Red Star FC) plays a similar centre back role and rates 81/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Xavi Sintes?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Xavi Sintes's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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