Players like Javier Hernández
CMEspanyol · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitJavier Hernández's profile ↗
The players most similar to Javier Hernández are Husseyn Chakroun, Drissa Camara, Efkan Bekiroğlu. Doppel rates Husseyn Chakroun (Hannover 96) a 87/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Efkan Bekiroğlu scores 84/100 at about €1.1m. Data as of October 2026.
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Javier Hernández is a dynamic attacking midfielder, excelling as a creative force with an eye for goal. With a Sofascore rating in the top 9% of his peers, he showcases elite attributes, including his ability to create big chances and successful dribbles, making him a constant threat in the final third. His durability is impressive, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, further solidifying his reliability for Espanyol as he continually impacts matches with his scoring and playmaking prowess.
Strengths: Big chances created, Successful dribbles, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Javier Hernández
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Husseyn Chakrounsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 22 | €1.7m | 93 | 87 |
| 2 | Drissa Camarasimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 24 | €3.6m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Efkan Bekiroğlusimilar↗ | Göztepe | 31 | €1.1m | 92 | 84 |
| 4 | Mohamed Ihattarensimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 24 | €3.2m | 92 | 89 |
| 5 | Marco Richtersimilar↗ | Darmstadt 98 | 29 | €1.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 6 | Alex Iwobisimilar↗ | Fulham | 30 | €21m | 92 | 83 |
| 7 | Oscar Gloukhsimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 22 | €13m | 91 | 86 |
| 8 | Adil Aouchichesimilar↗ | FC Schalke 04 | 24 | €3.8m | 91 | 85 |
| 9 | Gustavo Hamersimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 29 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
| 10 | Kiernan Dewsbury-Hallsimilar↗ | Everton | 28 | €38m | 91 | 83 |
| 11 | Julian Justvansimilar↗ | 1. FC Nürnberg | 28 | €2.1m | 91 | 87 |
| 12 | Florent Muslijasimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 28 | €1.9m | 91 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Javier Hernández
≈ 100% Javier Hernández · strong: Successful dribbles, Big chances created · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Javier Hernández · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Javier Hernández · strong: Non-penalty goals, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Javier Hernández?
Statistically, Husseyn Chakroun (Hannover 96) is the closest look-alike to Javier Hernández — a 87/100 profile match (93/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Javier Hernández?
By Doppel's fit score, Husseyn Chakroun (Hannover 96) is the closest profile to Javier Hernández, with a 87/100 overall match. Drissa Camara and Efkan Bekiroğlu are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Javier Hernández?
Yes. Efkan Bekiroğlu (Göztepe) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 84/100 at roughly €1.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Javier Hernández?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Javier Hernández's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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