Players like Giovanni Haag
CDM/CMRed Star FC · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGiovanni Haag's profile ↗
The players most similar to Giovanni Haag are Mika Baur, Gianluca Busio, Jakub Moder. Doppel rates Mika Baur (SC Paderborn 07) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Enric Llansana scores 80/100 at about €2.1m. Data as of July 2026.
About Giovanni Haag
Giovanni Haag is a commanding defensive midfielder with a knack for distributing the ball effectively from deep. His top 7% Sofascore rating among positional peers highlights his elite status, complemented by his exceptional long-ball accuracy and strong aerial presence. With only three games missed in the last three seasons, Haag's durability enhances his reliability in the engine room, making him a crucial asset for any squad looking to bolster their midfield stability.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Giovanni Haag
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mika Baursimilar↗ | SC Paderborn 07 | 22 | €4.7m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Gianluca Busiosimilar↗ | Venezia | 24 | €7.3m | 90 | 85 |
| 3 | Jakub Modersimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 27 | €11m | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 25 | €2.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 5 | Sydie Pecksimilar↗ | Sheffield United | 22 | €15m | 90 | 84 |
| 6 | Filippo Ranocchiasimilar↗ | Palermo | 25 | €3.9m | 90 | 81 |
| 7 | Jens Stagesimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 30 | €14m | 89 | 81 |
| 8 | Lincolnsimilar↗ | FC Alverca | 28 | €3.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Kartal Kayra Yılmazsimilar↗ | Kayserispor | 26 | €2.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Mathis Servaissimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 22 | €3.8m | 89 | 82 |
| 11 | Oscar Fraulosimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 23 | €2.7m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RC Lens | 25 | €22m | 88 | 81 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Giovanni Haag
≈ 100% Giovanni Haag · strong: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses /90
≈ 100% Giovanni Haag · strong: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Aerial duels won %, Accurate final-third passes /90
≈ 100% Giovanni Haag · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · medium reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Giovanni Haag?
By Doppel's fit score, Mika Baur (SC Paderborn 07) is the closest profile to Giovanni Haag, with a 83/100 overall match. Gianluca Busio and Jakub Moder are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Giovanni Haag?
Yes. Enric Llansana (Go Ahead Eagles) plays a similar defensive midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €2.1m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Giovanni Haag?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Giovanni Haag's 2025/26 season, then ranks defensive midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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