Players like Xavi Simons
CAM/CMTottenham Hotspur · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitXavi Simons's profile ↗
The players most similar to Xavi Simons are Fermín López, Rémy Cabella, Isco. Doppel rates Fermín López (FC Barcelona) a 85/100 overall match — 97/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Teji Savanier scores 87/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Xavi Simons is a dynamic attacking midfielder, excelling as a creative force and playmaker. With a Sofascore rating in the top 3% of his peers, he boasts impressive metrics, including elite successful dribbles and key passes, making him a consistent threat in the final third. While his defensive contributions may not be his forte, his ability to generate goal-scoring opportunities is exceptional. Despite some injury concerns, his impact on the pitch is undeniable, showcasing his talent across top European clubs.
Strengths: Successful dribbles, Key passes, Shots. Availability: 19 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Xavi Simons
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fermín Lópezsimilar↗ | FC Barcelona | 23 | €103m | 97 | 85 |
| 2 | Rémy Cabellasimilar↗ | Nantes | 36 | €1.2m | 96 | 87 |
| 3 | Iscosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 34 | €3.6m | 96 | 87 |
| 4 | Eliesse Ben Seghirsimilar↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 21 | €21m | 95 | 87 |
| 5 | Cameron Puertassimilar↗ | SV Werder Bremen | 28 | €6.8m | 95 | 88 |
| 6 | Teji Savaniersimilar↗ | Montpellier | 35 | €1.0m | 95 | 87 |
| 7 | Nadiem Amirisimilar↗ | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 30 | €16m | 94 | 85 |
| 8 | Nico Pazsimilar↗ | Como | 22 | €86m | 94 | 85 |
| 9 | Charles De Ketelaeresimilar↗ | Atalanta | 25 | €32m | 94 | 85 |
| 10 | Giovani Lo Celsosimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €7.8m | 94 | 85 |
| 11 | Arda Gülersimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €87m | 94 | 85 |
| 12 | Matías Soulésimilar↗ | AS Roma | 23 | €36m | 94 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Xavi Simons
≈ 100% Xavi Simons · strong: Big chances created, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Shots /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Xavi Simons · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate final-third passes · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Duels won /90
≈ 100% Xavi Simons · strong: Successful dribbles, Key passes · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Key passes /90, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Xavi Simons?
Statistically, Fermín López (FC Barcelona) is the closest look-alike to Xavi Simons — a 85/100 profile match (97/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Xavi Simons?
By Doppel's fit score, Fermín López (FC Barcelona) is the closest profile to Xavi Simons, with a 85/100 overall match. Rémy Cabella and Isco are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Xavi Simons?
Yes. Teji Savanier (Montpellier) plays a similar attacking midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Xavi Simons?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Xavi Simons's 2025/26 season, then ranks attacking midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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