Players like Granit Xhaka
CM/CDMSunderland · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitGranit Xhaka's profile ↗
The players most similar to Granit Xhaka are James Garner, Joris van Overeem, Éderson. Doppel rates James Garner (Everton) a 81/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Joris van Overeem scores 81/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Granit Xhaka is a commanding central midfielder whose playing style blends precision passing with defensive reliability. With a top 3% Sofascore rating among his positional peers, he excels in delivering accurate long balls and making vital clearances, showcasing his ability to control the game from deep. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only 5 games in the last three seasons, underscoring his reliability in the heart of Sunderland's midfield.
Strengths: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating, Clearances. Availability: 5 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Granit Xhaka
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Garnersimilar↗ | Everton | 25 | €48m | 93 | 81 |
| 2 | Joris van Overeemsimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 32 | €900k | 91 | 81 |
| 3 | Édersonsimilar↗ | Atalanta | 27 | €43m | 91 | 81 |
| 4 | Corentin Tolissosimilar↗ | Olympique Lyonnais | 32 | €11m | 91 | 81 |
| 5 | Leon Goretzkasimilar↗ | FC Bayern München | 31 | €11m | 90 | 82 |
| 6 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 7 | Pepelusimilar↗ | Valencia | 28 | €7.3m | 90 | 84 |
| 8 | Ross Barkleysimilar↗ | Aston Villa | 33 | €3.6m | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Casemirosimilar↗ | Manchester United | 34 | €5.5m | 89 | 81 |
| 10 | Dani Parejosimilar↗ | Villarreal | 37 | €1.0m | 89 | 81 |
| 11 | Neil El Aynaouisimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 25 | €29m | 89 | 83 |
| 12 | Adam Whartonsimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 22 | €74m | 89 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Granit Xhaka
≈ 100% Granit Xhaka · strong: Tackles + interceptions, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions /90, Accurate crosses /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Granit Xhaka · strong: Accurate long balls, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Sofascore rating, Clearances /90
≈ 100% Granit Xhaka · strong: Accurate final-third passes, Touches · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate final-third passes /90, Touches /90, Accurate long balls /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Granit Xhaka?
Statistically, James Garner (Everton) is the closest look-alike to Granit Xhaka — a 81/100 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 Granit Xhaka?
By Doppel's fit score, James Garner (Everton) is the closest profile to Granit Xhaka, with a 81/100 overall match. Joris van Overeem and Éderson are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Granit Xhaka?
Yes. Joris van Overeem (FC Utrecht) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 81/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Granit Xhaka?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Granit Xhaka'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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