Players like Alex Iwobi
LW/CM/CDMFulham · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAlex Iwobi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Alex Iwobi are John Swift, Teun Koopmeiners, Ivan Ilić. Doppel rates John Swift (Portsmouth) a 86/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, John Swift scores 86/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Alex Iwobi is a dynamic attacking midfielder with a knack for finishing and playmaking, making him a standout in the top 6% of his positional peers. His impressive goal-scoring ability, combined with precise final-third passing, highlights his role as a key creative force, generating chances and contributing significantly to his team's attack. With only seven games missed in the last three seasons, Iwobi's durability further solidifies his value as a reliable asset on the pitch.
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate final-third passes, Non-penalty goals. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Alex Iwobi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Swiftsimilar↗ | Portsmouth | 31 | €800k | 94 | 86 |
| 2 | Teun Koopmeinerssimilar↗ | Juventus | 28 | €13m | 93 | 84 |
| 3 | Ivan Ilićsimilar↗ | Lecce | 25 | €6.8m | 93 | 84 |
| 4 | Mathias Jensensimilar↗ | Brentford | 30 | €10m | 93 | 84 |
| 5 | Vincenzo Grifosimilar↗ | SC Freiburg | 33 | €3.7m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 92 | 84 |
| 7 | Fabian Riedersimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 24 | €11m | 92 | 84 |
| 8 | Joey Veermansimilar↗ | PSV Eindhoven | 28 | €26m | 92 | 84 |
| 9 | Jakob Breumsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €5.5m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Thorgan Hazardsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 33 | €1.8m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Félix Correiasimilar↗ | Lille | 25 | €9.7m | 91 | 87 |
| 12 | Kevin Stögersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 33 | €1.9m | 91 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Alex Iwobi
≈ 100% Alex Iwobi · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Alex Iwobi · strong: Finishing (npG − npxG, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Finishing (npG − npxG /90), Non-penalty goals /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Alex Iwobi · strong: Accurate crosses, Key passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90, Touches /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Alex Iwobi?
Statistically, John Swift (Portsmouth) is the closest look-alike to Alex Iwobi — a 86/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Alex Iwobi?
By Doppel's fit score, John Swift (Portsmouth) is the closest profile to Alex Iwobi, with a 86/100 overall match. Teun Koopmeiners and Ivan Ilić are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Alex Iwobi?
Yes. John Swift (Portsmouth) plays a similar left winger role and rates 86/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Alex Iwobi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Alex Iwobi's 2025/26 season, then ranks left wingers across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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